Bend
Give a straight form a new curve.
Reshape a modeled part with a controlled bend. Adjust its axis, pivot and influence to explore a curved silhouette before committing the deformation.
Try it in HardCuts
- Axis & angle
- Movable pivot
- Positive / negative sides
- Global / region influence
Set the bend around the part
Select an object and open Tools > Deform > Bend Tool. Choose the axis and angle in the tool controls. Drag the center handle to move the pivot, or hover the handle and use the mouse wheel to change the bend angle.
Limit and inspect the influence
Affect includes Both sides of the pivot or only the Positive or Negative side. Use Influence > Global or Region to choose the scope. Inspect thin sections and the transition into unchanged parts. Reset Region restores the region, Reset restores the bend and Cancel leaves without applying. Choose Apply when the preview fits.
Good to know
Can I bend only one part of an object?
Use Region influence to control the scope and Affect to choose the side of the pivot. Check the transition and available geometry before committing a strong bend.