How do I scale an existing sketch block

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How do I scale an existing sketch block

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I have a part that has our logo engraved in it. The geometry for this logo is controlled by a sketch block. Due to changes to the part, I need the logo to be smaller. When importing the block into the sketch, there is a dialog that gives you the opportunity to set the scale of the sketch block. I cannot figure out how to get back to that screen to change the scale of the block. Is this one of those solidworks things where the answer is to delete the block and re-import it? Or is it one of those obvious solutions staring me in the face that I'm not seeing?
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Re: How do I scale an existing sketch block

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In the propertymanager you should have a window about the scale
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How do I get the property manager to appear?
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SPerman wrote: Wed Feb 15, 2023 3:37 pm How do I get the property manager to appear?
If you click on the block, the property manager should appear. If you're having trouble selecting the block, try hovering over the block's origin.
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I figured I was doing something stupid. I was trying to select the block in the feature manager, not the sketch itself. <()>
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Re: How do I scale an existing sketch block

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SPerman wrote: Wed Feb 15, 2023 4:21 pm I figured I was doing something stupid. I was trying to select the block in the feature manager, not the sketch itself. <()>
Haha it happens mate! Glad I was able to help, sorry for the little delay lol
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