How to Use the Hinge in SketchyPhysics

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: To learn how to use the various joints

   Be sure that you have the required floor to work on.
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   Step 2: create a few shapes to practice with.

   This will be easier to see the movement with, than a sphere would be. , Put it where you want it to be on the box. , In this instance, the blue axis.
   
   You will see a duplicate of the icon on your shape.
   
   Its actual size will vary depending on the scale of your shape. ,,,, You will see your hinge in action.
   
   If it doesn't work, you may have placed your hinge on the wrong axis.
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   Step 3: Have a rectangular shape to use the hinge on.

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   Step 4: Click on the Hinge icon.

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   Step 5: Pull away from it in the direction of the axis you want it aligned with.

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   Step 6: Click on the Joint Connector And click on the hinge.

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   Step 7: Press and hold CTRL.

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   Step 8: Click on the box.

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   Step 9: To use

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    Step 10: click on the Play/Pause button and give it a push.

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