Episode 68 - Emboss like a Boss & other new features Brad Tallis 2026-09-20 | Episode 68 - Emboss like a Boss & other new features
Trace images in Fusion with Project Salvador Brad Tallis 2025-09-05 | In this video, I show how you can trace an image in Fusion and turn it into a sketch using the Project Salvador plug-in. No longer do you need to use an external program like CorelDraw or InkScape and then insert in an svg.I also show how you can use Project Salvador to create custom images for tracing. Lastly, I show how to install the plug-in into your session of Fusion.Want to learn Fusion? Visit my webpage at cadedllc.com to learn more.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Fusion 360 tips and tricksLink to older SVG video I reference in the video: youtu.be/ktsfUjZKM_c?si=QB-Yma1hhwkS6AII#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
How to create a parametric wall panel in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-08-29 | In this video, I will show how to create the popular wall panels you see in lobbies, offices, or for sound dampening. I will cover how to create the wavy effect using surfaces and then how to split the body into individual panels. I also show how to use the loft command for more control over the "flow" of the design. Learn how to use the arrange tool to lay the panels out flat and I throw in a tip I use to help organize the panels for reassembly. Want to learn Fusion? Visit my webpage at cadedllc.com to learn more.#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Dealing with Timeline errors & warnings in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-08-22 | In this video, I talk about one of the main reasons warnings and errors can appear in your timeline. I show real-world examples and how to analyze and fix the problems. Learn what you can do to minimize the chance of introducing these problems into your designs.Need help with Fusion? Visit www.cadedllc.com to learn more.#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360tutorial #fusion360school
Learn how to Simplify in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-08-15 | In this video, I show how to use the Simplify command in Fusion. Often times you may need to quickly remove small features like fillets or chamfers to do a FEA study. Or, you might want to remove proprietary features before sending a part to a vendor. The Simplify command simplifies (pun intended) the process of removing these features off of your design.Need help with Fusion? Visit www.cadedllc.com to learn more.#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360tutorial #fusion360school
Whats the right way to design in Fusion? Brad Tallis 2025-08-08 | In this video, I share some tips and methods on how to design your parts in Fusion. I often get asked, "What is the right way to design in Fusion?" Well, I show some methods that could help save you time downstream in your design process. For example, using the equal constraint instead of multiple dimensions, or using the hole command instead of a circle on a sketch, to name a few. Check out this video to learn more!Need help with Fusion? Visit www.cadedllc.com to learn more.Link to the drawing: a360.co/46JyRum
Using the Project Include 3D Geometry command Brad Tallis 2025-08-01 | In this video, I show how to use the Project -- Include 3D Geometry command in the sketch menu. It is useful in certain situations where you want to project the model in a 3D manner instead of onto a 2D plane. I show a couple of different examples where this could be used.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
New Constrain Components in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-07-25 | In this video, I show the new Constrain Components functionality in Fusion.(Please note, this functionality does not exist in the Personal Version)See how you can quickly position parts using "constraints" instead of joint origins. For example, you can align faces with planes, faces to other faces, edges to edges, etc and Fusion will constrain them accordingly.I use a real work example of the pencil sharpener assembly and assemble all of the components together using the new Constrain Component command.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Measure & Re-anchor command in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-07-18 | In this video, I answer a viewer-submitted question on how to use the Measure & Re-Anchor commands in Fusion. I show how you can measure inside of a command such as extrude or fillet instead of having to remember the dimensions. I also show how to use the Re-Anchor command to re-specify where the distance you are measuring from is located.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Motion Limits for Joints in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-07-11 | In this video, I show how to set motion limits for joints in Fusion. This comes from a question from last weeks video, so thanks for posting your question!I share some tips on how to easily set the minimum and maximum limit for joints and when you might want to use the Rest option. I also show a cool method using Contact Sets to determine the "actual" limits that a component can move.Need help with Fusion? Visit cadedllc.com for more information.#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
As-Built Joints in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-07-04 | In this video, I show how to use As-Built joints on assemblies that are already assembled from other CAD systems, vendor webpages, or McMaster-Carr, for example. Instead of having to un-assemble and re-assemble using the regular Joint command, use the As-Built command instead. I show two examples, the second being a complex DVD Sorting machine where we build in all the joint relationships quickly and easily with As-Built Joints.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Extrude with Offset in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-06-27 | In this video, I show a tip of using the Extrude with Offset command. This useful option allows you to extrude to an object, then offset a specific distance from that object. I show a real-world example of where I saved time by using the shell command, but then the bosses were at the wrong height. Using the Extrude with Offset command solved the problem without having to recreate geometry or modeling the part in multiple different steps.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Full Round & Rule Fillets in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-06-20 | In this video, a continuation of last weeks video on Fillets, I show the Full Round and Rule Fillet commands. Learn what the blue faces mean in the Full Round fillet and see when the Rule fillet can help quickly select multiple edges by using "rules" to determine what it should fillet.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at cadedllc.com for more information.#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Tangency Weight and other options in the Fusion Fillet command Brad Tallis 2025-06-13 | In this video, I show many of the options in the Fillet command in Fusion. Learn how adjusting the Tangency Weight can improve the look of your fillet, or even create a variable chamfer style look. Also, learn the difference between tangent and curvature fillets and when to use them. Finally, I compare the Rolling Ball method and the Setback method.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Working with Text in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-06-06 | In this tutorial, I demonstrate how to use the Text command in Fusion to incorporate text into your design. You'll learn how to format text, adjust its orientation, and understand the purpose of simplex fonts. Additionally, I showcase practical applications, including creating v-carved text for manufacturing and utilizing exploded text for specific design scenarios.Also, we reached 10,000 subscribers! Thank you all SO much! If you haven't subscribed to my channel yet, please do so to be notified of upcoming videos.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Cleaning the dust off the Sweep command in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-05-30 | In this video, I show all of the options that exist in the Sweep command. This includes Taper, Twist, Sweep with Guide Rail, Sweep with Guide Surface, and Solid Sweep. I show real examples of how you can use the sweep command to create twisted wires, loft-like bodies, and curved staircase railings.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Furniture Design Tips in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-05-23 | In this video, I show how to use parameters in your sketches to help with furniture design. For example, setting parameters for plywood thickness, dado width, and tolerance gaps. I also show how you can create parameters on the fly instead of having to create them ahead of time. Lastly, I show how you can edit these parameters to quickly make design changes without having to remodel or change multiple sketches.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Train your brain to use Auto Constrain in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-05-16 | In this video, I show how to use the AutoConstrain feature in Fusion Sketches. It's a great tool to speed up fully constraining your sketches. I show tips and methods to help the AutoConstrain feature run smoother for you. I also show how you can use the tool to figure out how to fix a sketch that looks fully constrained but isn't.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Learn about Thin Extrude in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-05-09 | In this video, I show how to use the Thin Extrude command in Fusion. In fact, this topic came from you, the viewers, in response to a video I recently posted where I showed a more complicated method and some of you asked, "Why didn't you use Thin Extrude?" Well, Thin Extrude definitely is a better solution, so I wanted to share that with you all. So, thanks for watching and leaving comments!Need help with Fusion? Please visit my webpage at cadedllc.com for more information.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
How to change Face Colors in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-05-02 | In this video, I show how you can apply different appearances onto individual faces of your design and not just to the whole body or component. This question came from a customer wanting to colorize holes in their parts to document which holes were tapped versus drilled through for the machinist without needing a drawing.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
A Maze ing Tips & Tricks in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-04-25 | In this video, I show some tips & tricks I used to design a maze project I created for a CNC Certification class I took at my local CreatorSpace.I show how I quickly created the maze "path" with a simple sketch and was able to modify it "live" even after the maze grooves were created. I also show a cool selection tip to select only the vertical edges of the maze to easily fillet them.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Matching Dimensions in Fusion Drawings Brad Tallis 2025-04-18 | In this video, I show some drawing tips, including the Match Dimension command. This allows you to set up one dimension the way you like and then copy the settings to other dimensions on the drawing.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Intersection Projection in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-04-11 | In this video, I show the cool command called Intersection Projection in a real-world example of creating curved frets on a guitar neck. I also throw in a couple of bonus tips that I use to speed up the design. Intersection Projection is very useful as it creates a projection of a face or body where it slices through the sketch plane.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Fusion Drawing Settings Brad Tallis 2025-04-04 | In this video, I show how to use the Automated Drawings feature in Fusion to create a large drawing set of a complex assembly. One of the first tips I show is creating a Drawing Template, where you can define how the drawing set is created. Then, I show how to modify the Drawing Settings to get the drawing set to look exactly how you like. Watch all the way to the end for a bonus tip! Sorry, this video is a bit longer than most, but there is a lot to cover.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Whats New in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-03-28 | In this video, I highlight three of the new enhancements added to the latest release of Fusion from Autodesk. I point out how you can now turn on/off center and extent lines and set units in DXF Exports now, how you can now change the weight units for mass properties (YEA!), and how many more commands in Fusion now allow you to automatically add their feature options into your configuration table.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Aligning Stock with Joints in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-03-21 | In this video, I show how to align stock in a vice using joints in Fusion. I saw this question in one of the forums, so I figured I would show some methods on how you can align your stock into a vice and have the vice jaws update accordingly. I also show how to create Joint Origins in a location where there isn't an obvious location to select.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Creating a built-in hinge in Fusion Sheet Metal Brad Tallis 2025-03-14 | This video comes from a user who asked if it was possible to create a built-in hinge in Fusion Sheet Metal. Yes, it is! I show how to create the hinge profile and then join it to an existing sheet metal flange. Hopefully you will learn some new Sheet Metal tips and tricks.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Perspective Views in Fusion Drawings Brad Tallis 2025-03-07 | In this tutorial video, I show how to create perspective views in Fusion Drawings. This allows you to create more realistic looking view representations in your drawings. I also cover how you can use Named Views along with Perspective Views to create even more dynamic looking views.(I apologize for the keyboard and mouse audio clicks. I have recorded the last few videos remotely, so the audio isn't as clean. Next video will be better.)Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Fusion Physical Materials and Appearances Brad Tallis 2025-02-28 | In this video, I show the differences between Physical Materials and Appearances in Fusion, and why you should use one over the other.Learn how you can use Physical Materials to get the overall mass of your design and also learn how to add appearances onto your parts. See how to create your own materials to be used and how to also change the default material Fusion uses for all designs.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Fusion Snap Guides Brad Tallis 2025-02-21 | In this video, I show what the dashed blue lines are that show up while sketching in Fusion. I explain what they can and can not do. Snap guides are great for quickly creating sketch geometry that matches up with other aspects of your sketch.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Closing the gap on Sheet Metal Brad Tallis 2025-02-14 | In this video, I show how to change the width of your miters, rips, and gaps in Fusion Sheet Metal. I see this question come up quite a bit on the Fusion forum and FaceBook groups. Instead of manually dragging faces to close the gap, watch this video to learn the correct method to make those perfect welds.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
New! Cropped View Command in Fusion Drawings Brad Tallis 2025-02-07 | A few weeks ago I did a video on how you can create a cropped view using a funky work-around by creating a breakout section view. Well, Autodesk just added a new Crop View command in Fusion Drawings that is way easier and way better than the old workaround method. In fact, it's so easy, this video is pretty short! Watch this video to learn how to use this new command.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
NEW! Mesh Align Command Brad Tallis 2025-01-31 | In this video, I show the newly added Mesh Align command in Fusion. This allows you to quickly align a mesh such as an STL or OBJ to be oriented correctly in your design. Before, it was a very manual process. Now, you just reference a face on the scan and a plane on your origin and Fusion will align the mesh. I also show a tip on how you can align a mesh that doesn't have planar faces.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
How to create custom views in Fusion Drawings Brad Tallis 2025-01-24 | In this video, I show how to create custom views in your drawings by using Named Views. Sometimes the standard Isometric views don't show all the detail you want, or are at the wrong angle for showing everything you want displayed, so this tip will allow you to create a custom view in your drawing.I also throw in a bonus tip on how to create a detail-style-view without using the detail view command.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Creating Variable Chamfers in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-01-17 | Ever need to create variable chamfers in Fusion but found that the command doesn't exist? Well, watch this video to learn a cool trick on how to use the variable fillet command to create a variable chamfer. I start out with a simple example to show the process, then jump into more complex examples to show the power behind the method.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Learn about Component Colors in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-01-10 | Ever wonder why your models changed to bright pastel colors while you were working on a design in Fusion? Well, it's because of the command Component Color Cycling. Watch this video to learn how to turn it on and off, what is it used for, and how can it help with your design process.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Adding Draft in Fusion Brad Tallis 2025-01-03 | Learn how to add Draft to your models in Fusion with this easy-to-follow tutorial. Whether you are preparing your design for injection molding, or just improving the manufacturability of your parts, this video will help you understand the draft command in no time.I also throw in a bonus tip of using the Draft Analysis command to check your model for draft angles.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Slicing Through Your Designs: Section Analysis in Fusion Brad Tallis 2024-12-27 | In this video, I'll show you how you can use the Section Analysis tool inside of Fusion to look inside your assembly inside of Fusion. Wow, that was deep... All kidding aside, the Section Analysis tool is very useful to slice through your assembly and look for potential issues, like mis-aligned objects, overlapping parts, etc. I also show how you can use Direct Editing to fix the design while in the section view.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Fusion Stepped Chamfer Brad Tallis 2024-12-20 | In this tutorial, I show how I created a stepped chamfer on a real-world project I was recently working on. Basically, a chamfer that changes size as it goes along an edge. I show two different methods and explain the pros and cons of using each method. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Fusion 360 tutorials and tips!Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Pattern on a Path Brad Tallis 2024-12-13 | In this video, I'll show how to use Fusion's Pattern on a Path command. For example, you might need to create a toothed belt that follows a particular path. Watch and follow along to learn how to quickly create a singular feature that can then be patterned along a 3D path. Also, I share some bonus tips that will definitely speed up your designing methods.Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Fusion CAM Templates Brad Tallis 2024-12-06 | In this tutorial, I walk you through the process of creating and using Fusion CAM templates to streamline your manufacturing workflow. Fusion CAM templates allow you to save commonly-used toolpaths and settings, so you don’t have to recreate them every time you start a new project.Watch as I show you how to create a template, then demonstrate how to apply it to a different model. By using templates, you can significantly speed up your CNC programming process and ensure consistency across various designs.👉 What You'll Learn:How to create a Fusion CAM templateHow to save and manage your templatesHow to apply templates to different modelsHow to use built-in library templatesDon't forget to Like, Comment, and Subscribe for more Fusion 360 tips and tricks!caded.cominstagram.com/brad.talliswww.youtube.com/@bradtallis8968#Fusion360 #FusionCAM #CNCProgramming #Toolpaths #Fusion360Tutorial #CNC #CADEd #BradTallis
Announcement & Marking Menu Quick Tip Brad Tallis 2024-11-29 | Hello Everyone! Check out this video for a quick announcement about my new company, CAD Ed (cadedllc.com). I've always enjoyed helping people with their Fusion projects and questions, and starting CAD Ed is just the beginning of this journey. Need Fusion consulting, training, or design help? Check out my webpage and reach out to me through the "Contact Me" link.I also show a quick tip in this video all about the right-click Marking Menu. Need help with Fusion? Visit my webpage at www.cadedllc.com#fusion #fusion360 #fusion360school #fusion360tutorial
Fusion Friday - As-Built Joints Brad Tallis 2024-11-22 | In this video, I show how to use the As-Built Joint command when you have an assembly that is already assembled, but does not have any joint relationships. This is a very easy to use command that saves a lot of time not having to reassemble already put-together assemblies.
Fusion Friday - Cosmetic vs. Modeled Threads Brad Tallis 2024-11-15 | In this video, I show the difference between cosmetic and modeled threads in Fusion. I explain why your threads don't show up on your 3D prints you created in Fusion. I also show a cool tip on how to quickly toggle all your threads between cosmetic and modeled in one click!
Fusion Friday - 3D Connexion Mouse Brad Tallis 2024-11-08 | In this video, I show how I have my 3D Connexion Mouse set up for the smooth panning, zooming, and rotating of Fusion designs. I've had multiple requests on showing what settings I use to make using this 3D Mouse easier to use.
Fusion Friday - Intersection Curve Brad Tallis 2024-11-01 | In this video, I show what the Intersection Curve command does and how it can be used. If you need to create 3 dimensional curves in space, this command is extremely useful. Also, some bonus tips on creating splines is included.
Fusion Friday - Ground To Parent Brad Tallis 2024-10-25 | Usually your parents ground you, but in this video, we learn the Ground to Parent command and how it works. What is the new little anchor icon in the browser, and what does it do? Why is it that components don't move when I drag them, like they used to do? Watch this video to learn the answers!
Fusion Friday - Creating Components Quickly Brad Tallis 2024-10-18 | In this video, I show a cool tip on how to quickly create components in the correct structure in the browser. No need to go to the menu or to change the parent each time.
Fusion Friday - If/Then Parameter Statements Brad Tallis 2024-10-11 | In this video, I show how you can add intelligence into your design by using If/Then/Else statements. We use an example of a bookcase where it adds more shelves and changes the thickness of the material depending on if certain variables are met.
Fusion Friday - Creating bent tubing Brad Tallis 2024-10-04 | In this video, I show two different methods for creating bent tubing and finding out the correct angles and lengths of the tubing. I show how to use the sweep command in the first example and then using sheet metal in the second example.
Fusion Friday - How would you make that? Brad Tallis 2024-09-27 | In this video, I answer a viewers question on how to create a "tapered" punch where the chamfer command wouldn't work. I show how to create the necessary faces and then angle them to the correct angle.
