Start Element Number

 

 

 

Assign the numbering method for newly created elements.

 

 

 

From the Main Menu select Node/Element > Elements > Start Element Number.

 

 

Element Numbering Option

Smallest Unused Number

Select the option when the smallest number among the unused element numbers is to be assigned

Largest Used Number + 1

Select the option when the largest element number currently in use +1 is to be assigned

User-Defined Number

Select the option when user-defined number is to be assigned

Newly Created Number

If an existing element number is entered, the smallest unused number larger than the entered number is automatically assigned.