{"id":5578,"date":"2017-09-01T06:13:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-01T13:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.autodesk.com\/products\/fusion-360\/blog\/?p=5578"},"modified":"2025-08-12T12:15:20","modified_gmt":"2025-08-12T19:15:20","slug":"quick-tip-extruding-cuts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autodesk.com\/products\/fusion-360\/blog\/quick-tip-extruding-cuts\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Extrude Cuts in Fusion [Update 2025]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>Extrude cuts is one of the most powerful and versatile modeling techniques in Fusion. Whether you\u2019re just starting out or looking to refine your workflow, knowing how to use&nbsp;every extrude cut option&nbsp;will enhance your productivity and give you more design flexibility.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-the-extrude-cut-tool\">What is the extrude cut tool?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>The extrude tool in Fusion isn\u2019t just for adding material\u2014it\u2019s essential for removing it, too. By selecting a profile (usually from a sketch), you can cut through bodies and create complex features, holes, or clearance spaces within your designs.<\/p>\n\n\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Every Way to Cut Models with the Extrude Tool in Autodesk Fusion\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NmQ7C1x_-cs?start=5&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen style=\"aspect-ratio:500 \/ 281;width:100%;height:auto;\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-options-for-extrude-cuts\">Extrude cuts in Fusion<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at the most important settings and techniques you should know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. <strong>Start condition: Where your cut begins<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Default (sketch plane):<\/strong>&nbsp;The extrude normally starts from the sketch you select.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Offset plane:<\/strong>&nbsp;If you want the cut to begin at a specific distance away from your sketch, use offset plane. This tool can be a a lifesaver if you sketched on the wrong face.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>From object:<\/strong>&nbsp;Start extruding from any face, point, construction plane, or even curved surfaces. You can set an offset from this reference for added control. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>2. <strong>End condition: Where your cut ends<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance:<\/strong>&nbsp;Specify a measurement for the cut\u2019s depth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>To Object:<\/strong>&nbsp;Cut precisely up to another body or component. This is essential for parametric designs\u2014if the referenced object changes size, your cut updates automatically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All:<\/strong>&nbsp;Cut through everything in your design in the extrude direction. Useful for splitting bodies or making sure your cut always clears the model.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <strong>Bodies to cut: Target exactly what you want<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In complex assemblies, you might want to cut only certain bodies and leave others untouched.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Objects to cut lets you select which bodies receive the cut, helping you avoid damaging critical geometry or unwanted areas.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.autodesk.com\/products\/fusion-360\/blog\/quick-tip-extruding-cuts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"practical-workflow-example\">Workflow example<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s walk through a multi-body part as an example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Initiate the extrude tool:<\/strong>\u00a0Press \u201cS\u201d to pull up shortcuts and choose Extrude.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Select the profiles:<\/strong>\u00a0Pick the sketch geometry you want to cut.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set your start condition:<\/strong>\u00a0Use Offset Plane or From Object if you need more control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Specify the end condition:<\/strong>\u00a0Choose \u201cTo Object\u201d for parametric designs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Select bodies to cut:<\/strong>\u00a0Make sure only the desired bodies are affected.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Complete cut:<\/strong>\u00a0Review in section analysis to verify the result, adjusting if necessary.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.autodesk.com\/products\/fusion-360\/blog\/quick-tip-extruding-cuts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"advanced-tips\">Advanced extrude cut tips<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make construction geometry:<\/strong>&nbsp;Simplifies sketches, especially for fillets or offsets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Iterate and parametrize:<\/strong>&nbsp;Change sketch sizes or referenced objects later\u2014your cuts update automatically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mix solids and cuts:<\/strong>&nbsp;Use the same sketch for extruding solids and cuts to speed up your workflow.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"when-should-you-use-extruded-cuts\">When to use extrude cuts?<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Creating clearance holes or slots in assemblies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Removing material in top-down design workflows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Splitting bodies for manufacturing or multi-part designs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Making precise parametric features that need to adapt to changes elsewhere in your model.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Extrude cuts are not \u201cjust\u201d about removing material\u2014they\u2019re the core of flexible, adaptive CAD design. By mastering start conditions, end conditions, and body selections, you\u2019ll transform your workflow in Autodesk Fusion. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Extruding cuts is one of the most essential tools in CAD modeling. 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