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Joint to sketch geometry — How to get Grip Points along the sketch line axis (Normal to)?

troyostrander — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:22:18 GMT

Hi There,

I'm coming from Fusion and trying to replicate a layout sketch workflow in Inventor.

In Fusion, when placing a Joint I can snap to end points and midpoints along the sketch line axis.

In Inventor, when I hover over a sketch line during the Joint command, I get grip points in a different direction. Not along sketch line axis.

Is it possible to get grip points along a line axis?

Am I missing a option to reorient grip points? I've tried holding down shift or control while hovering with no success.

Re: Joint to sketch geometry — How to get Grip Points along the sketch line axis (Normal to)?

kacper.suchomski — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 08:38:37 GMT

It depends on what you want to achieve.
Should the preposition be rigid (at a specific distance from the end of the section) or flexible?

Different variants are possible, but require different tools and work techniques.

As a general rule, these programs shouldn't be compared. They have different functions and workflows. They differ not only on a macro scale but also in the capabilities of commands with the same names.

Using one program to learn another can cause frustration and slow down the learning process.
It is worth setting a clear boundary between one program and another

And one more thing - why do you want to connect sketch lines at all?
Are you sure your workflow is correct?

Re: Joint to sketch geometry — How to get Grip Points along the sketch line axis (Normal to)?

troyostrander — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:51:22 GMT

Thanks @kacper.suchomski All good comments and questions. For me the best way to learn is to compare to what I know and go from there but I am begining to see your point.

Re: Joint to sketch geometry — How to get Grip Points along the sketch line axis (Normal to)?

kacper.suchomski — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:28:42 GMT

You didn't answer the questions.

What exactly are you trying to achieve, and what is the goal?

If we're to guide you, we first need to better understand your intentions.

Re: Joint to sketch geometry — How to get Grip Points along the sketch line axis (Normal to)?

rosie_lucas1 — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:01:50 GMT

Hello @troyostrander

I just wanted to check in to see if you saw @kacper.suchomski follow up questions? Are you still needing assistance? Or did you find a solution to your question already? Please share any available screenshots or screen recordings so the community can assist you further.

Regards,

Rosie | Community Manager

Re: Joint to sketch geometry — How to get Grip Points along the sketch line axis (Normal to)?

johnsonshiue — Wed, 20 May 2026 21:33:33 GMT

Hi Troy,

Inventor Joint works slightly differently than Fusion Joint. In Inventor, the grip points on a 2D sketch are strictly locked to the sketch plane. Their orientation cannot be changed, unlike Fusion. For grip points on a body, you may select adjacent faces to change the grip point orientation.

Many thanks!

Re: Joint to sketch geometry — How to get Grip Points along the sketch line axis (Normal to)?

troyostrander — Fri, 15 May 2026 04:34:04 GMT

Thanks John, I see that now...

"The grip points on a 2D sketch are strictly locked to the sketch plane"

The big difference for me was there's no "along a sketch line snaps" like in Fusion. I use layout sketches quite a bit especially now I have to coordinate parts and assemblies. So now that I understand this limitation I can better adapt to Inventor.

There's always a way! 😁