Can't figure out how to move components

[Anonymous]

I'm just learning Fusion 360 and I'm finding that the traditional group, copy, paste and move operations are not working like I would expect.

First, I'm trying to move components and they all move together. In particular, I want to move two of them into a curved slot.

I've figured out how to use align to get the piece to rotate the correct degrees, but everything moves. By isolating an object, and selecting "move component" I was able to isolate it, but I'm worried I'm still doing it wrong. My final product looks like:

Second, I have a set of planar joints -- just the pieces I'm cutting out -- joined to a grounded piece of stock. I can move 4 of the 5 components like I expect. The fifth piece moves a group of three components at the same time. I can't figure out how to move this component independently. I've searched the help on this one and can't find it. I also don't understand the "golf flag" on top of the joints. I clearly need to read up on this, but am not sure where to get started.

Here is a screencast of me struggling with both of these movement/isolation issues. Any help greatly appreciated.

[fulcrumusa]

@TrippyLighting

Got it, thanks!

By the way, I think that your screencast is so helpful that it won't be a bad idea to turn it into a FAQ or knowledge base article of some sort. I am sure that other novaces will find it useful.

[bassbonematt]

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when you repositioning triad manipulator (Set Pivot), you've forgot to thick the green check mark to confirm the change.

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Oh my. This is awesome info. I never knew why Set Pivot never worked. The UI design is awful--why even have the checkmark? Seems pointless.

[mdifazhossain]

Brother, the movement of the mouse can be seen in your video! Is it being through any apps? Please let me know!