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Tangifying an Object

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titleTangify Tool Definition

The Tangify tool will smooth the connection between the selected arc circuits that are below a specified angle.

This provides a smoother cutting transition between arcs. 

The angle of tangification is specified in the Tangify field. 

The default setting is 6 degrees.

  • Select the objects you want to tangify. 

  • Specify the desired angle in the Tangify field.

    • Any selected angles below this value will be made tangent.

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  • Click the Tangify button.

  • The connection between the selected arcs/curves will now be made tangent.

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Exaggerated Example

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Because that the above example may be difficult to see, here is an exaggerated example to illustrate the process. 

  • Select the object you want to tangify.

  • Enter the desired Tangify angle in the Tangify field.

  • Click the Tangify button.

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  • The transition between the two curves are tangified to make the cutting smoother between them.

Tangify All Circuits

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