sorry im a total 3dmax nuub but i made some models in O2 (operation flashpoint)

1. how to place a single poly/vertex (i cant find that in the help file and i searched several tuts)
like this http://www.dc3d.co.nz/tutorials/OFP/images/1a.jpg

2. select 3 or 4 polys and create a face
http://www.dc3d.co.nz/tutorials/OFP/ima ... /fuse6.jpg

ps: i dont want use boxmodelling