In ADS2009, the following sequence was possible:
- Select a shape
- select a command, for example "copy using reference"
- copy the shape by mouse dragging
--> shape is still selected, command still active
- select other command, for example "mirror about x"
- click on reference point
--> shape is mirrored
With ADS2013, a significant change occurred:
- while the shape is still selected and the first command is still active, it is not possible anymore to select a new command!
- the initial command remains active, the command has to be ended manually before invoking a new one
--> additional key strokes required slowing down the layout process
Is there maybe a setting to change that behavior? If not, I suggest to revert to the initial functionality that allowed "command overwriting"
- Select a shape
- select a command, for example "copy using reference"
- copy the shape by mouse dragging
--> shape is still selected, command still active
- select other command, for example "mirror about x"
- click on reference point
--> shape is mirrored
With ADS2013, a significant change occurred:
- while the shape is still selected and the first command is still active, it is not possible anymore to select a new command!
- the initial command remains active, the command has to be ended manually before invoking a new one
--> additional key strokes required slowing down the layout process
Is there maybe a setting to change that behavior? If not, I suggest to revert to the initial functionality that allowed "command overwriting"
As you process the object for the copy or move you will see the outline of the object you are about to position. While in this state select the rotate or mirror functions from the toolbar or using Ctrl-R to rotate of Shift-X or Shift-Y to mirror and the object outline will be rotated or mirrored immediately. You should then be able to finish the placement of the object in its final location without the need to rotate or mirror afterwards.