Face Offset¶

Location: MANIPULATION section → Face Offset

Description¶

The Face Offset tool allows you to duplicate a face and move it along its normal direction while keeping it constrained to that axis. It also provides the ability to scale the face in its plane (perpendicular to the normal).

Usage¶

Basic Operation¶

Activate the tool from the MANIPULATION section
Select a face by clicking on it (you'll see red highlighting)
Move the mouse to control the offset distance
Press Space/Enter to confirm the operation

Controls¶

Mouse Movement¶

Mouse movement: Controls the offset distance along the face normal

Keyboard Input¶

Number keys (0-9): Direct numeric input for precise distance
Decimal point (.): For decimal values
Minus (-): For negative distances
Tab: Activate numeric input mode
Enter/Space: Confirm numeric input and lock distance
ESC:
If distance is locked: unlock distance
Otherwise: cancel operation

Scaling¶

S key (hold): Temporary scaling mode while held
Scale factor controlled by mouse movement
Scaling is constrained to the face plane (perpendicular to normal)
Release S to exit scaling mode

Features¶

Distance Locking: Once you input a numeric value, the distance is locked and won't change with mouse movement
Constrained Movement: The duplicated face only moves along its normal direction
Plane Scaling: Scaling only affects the face in its own plane, not along the normal
Visual Feedback: Clear highlighting shows the selected face and offset preview

Tips¶

Use numeric input for precise positioning
The scaling feature is perfect for creating tapered or expanded duplicates
Distance locking helps maintain exact measurements while adjusting other parameters

Technical Notes¶

Creates a new object with the duplicated face
Maintains original face orientation
Supports both positive and negative offset distances
Scaling preserves the face center position