Precise location setting of symmetry planes intersection?

[Otto Manuel]

Hi,

 Is there a technique for precisely locating the point of intersection of symmetry planes?

 I have been using the symmetry function at the default center of the project, but now would like to try moving the point of intersection elsewhere. I would love to be able to type in an exact location in a manner similar to using the transform move functions. Perhaps there is a way to use snapping? My impression is that it just slides smoothly across the project and there is no practical way to know where you have dragged it to, but I am hoping to learn that I just need to learn how to to place it precisely.

 If you have any suggestions please share.

 Thank you!

 

 Affinity Designer 1.8.4+ on Windows 7 x64

 

[Callum]

Hi Otto,

As far as I'm aware the only way to move the Symmetry intersection is using the mouse.

Thanks

Callum

 

[Otto Manuel]

Hi @Callum

Thanks for the info.

A feature that allowed me to precisely place the symmetry intersection would be helpful for some of the images I make.

For example; in this pattern layout, which utilizes two symbols, I wanted to coordinate the symmetrical patterns in the octagons and stars in way that made it desirable to have the shape's array laid out prior to drawing the line work. I wanted to create the illusion that the lines continued across the shapes' boundaries. To do this I utilized the default centering for the octagon to draw a pattern in it, and then placed the intersection at the center of the star by zooming in and estimating the location before drawing a pattern that complimented that visible in the octagon.

Subsequent edits are less than likely to maintain alignment, because moving the point of intersection is not precise, so it undermines the ability to exploit the power of symbol synchronization as it applies to editing and updating after the initial placement. It makes it very difficult to work in an experiment, observe, and respond manner.

In any event, I don't want to seem to complain, but rather hope that this may demonstrate why an option for precise placement could be helpful to some users.

 

Thank you for your helpful info!