Create a pattern without shape and open the shape

I. Generate pattern without shape:

    1
    Select File / New from the menu bar.
    -  or  -
    Click the icon.
    2
    Enter a Pattern name.
    3
    Select machine type.
    4
    Select the setup type 2.
    5
    Select Basic pattern (pattern without shape) and Design Pattern.
    6
    Specify the height and width of the pattern.
    7
    Open Module Explorer of Database.
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    Select as basic pattern: Modules/Stoll/Default/Ribs/2x2 RL-Rib.
    9
    Add the 2x2 SJ Rib module from the Module Explorer of Database to the selection list for the basic pattern by drag&drop .
    10
    Select the 2x2 start.

You can insert a start after drawing the basic pattern as well.

    11
    Confirm the settings with Generate Design Pattern.
  1. The Symbol view [Basic] will be opened.

II. Open the shape and position it in the pattern:

    1
    Load shape via Shape / Open and Position Shape....
  1. The Open dialog box appears.
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    Specify the path and select the desired shape in the shp format.
    3
    Click the Open button.
  1. The shape in the shp format will be laid on the pattern.
    4
    Position the shape with the icon activated and the left mouse button pressed.

Result with the shape positioned:

Positioning the shape

Left and right border of the shape

Left and right border of the V-neck