MatchMeshEdge

The MatchMeshEdge command moves face edges of an open mesh to meet adjacent face edges.

Note

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First, the command will try to match vertices, then it will try to split edges to make the edges match.

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No part of the mesh is moved more than the specified tolerance.

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You can use this command either on the complete mesh or on selected edges.

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When selecting a whole mesh, using a high tolerance can create unexpected results. Use larger tolerances only if you select specific edges to close.

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Before edge matching, magenta edges are open.

Steps

Select a mesh edge.

Options

PickEdges

Select specific edges to match.

DistanceToAdjust

Specify the tolerance distance.

RatchetMode

Matching the mesh takes place in four passes starting at a tolerance that is smaller than your specified tolerance and working up to the specified tolerance with successive passes. This matches small edges first and works up to larger edges.

Notes

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Some STL/SLA printers have problems if meshes contain many long, thin facets. These can slow the printer's slicing process down, produce odd printed results, and run the printer out of memory.

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The MeshRepair command may be useful when tuning up meshes for STL/SLA printing.