How to switch between direct and parametric modeling in Fusion 360

Autodesk Support

Oct 8, 2023


Products and versions covered


Issue:

How to switch between direct modeling and parametric modeling in Fusion 360. Some workspaces or workflows require the use of direct modeling. Direct modeling is nonparametric in nature, and does not include the timeline, while parametric modeling captures the design history.

Solution:

To enable Direct Modeling:

  1. Right-click on the root component in the Browser.
  2. Select Do not capture Design History.
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To enable Parametric Modeling:

  1. Right-click on the root component in the Browser.
  2. Select Capture Design History.
capture design history


Note: There is a setting in the Design Preferences that determines the default setting for Design History for new files.

F360 Preferences - Design History.png

 

 

Products:

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