# LOFTNORMALS System Variable [GstarCAD 2026](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2026/Index.md) → [System Variables](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2026/System%20Variables/(System%20Variables).md) **Function Description:** The LOFTNORMALS system variable is used to control the normals of a lofted object when it passes through cross sections. | | | | --- | --- | | Type | Integer | | Saved in | Drawing | | Initial value | 6 | | Range | 0 ~ 6 | If specified paths or guide curves, this system variable is ignored. **System Variable Value:** **0:** ruled **1:** smooth fit **2:** start cross section **3:** end cross section **4:** start and end cross sections **5:** all cross sections **6:** use draft angle and magnitude --- [Original help](https://www.gstarcad.net/help/GstarCAD_2026_en-US/detail/systemVariables/LOFTNORMALS.html) · © Gstarsoft Co., Ltd.