# 3.1.7 Create Surface Element

The **“Create Surface Element”** component allows creating surface elements from meshes. The options available in the drop-down list are:

* **“MToShell”**: Convert mesh to shell element.
* **“MToMembr”**: Convert mesh to membrane element.

Refer to the following sections for detailed information on these components.


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