"Associativity" is the dynamic relationship between an operation and geometry, which lets you,
Change any operation settings, including settings that change the toolpath, and instantly update the operation as follows. In the Operations Manager, right-click on the operation in the Operations Manager and select Regenerate Toolpath with Original Geometry.
Instantly reapply the same operation to modified geometry as follows. Modify the geometry used to create the toolpath (change a radius, for example), then right-click on the operation in the Operations Manager and select Regenerate Toolpath with Original Geometry.
This application of associativity applies to imported
geometry. For example, see Solid
Works Associativity. This application of Associativity applies also
to sketch mode points used when creating the operation. See Point
Associativity. Reapply the same operation to completely different geometry as follows. Right-click on the operation in the Operations Manager and select Regenerate Toolpath and Reselect Geometry.
The color of the small circle to the right of an operation icon indicates the operation’s Associativity. See Associativity Icons.
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