Solidworks Simulation: Symmetry and Loading

Hello 

When studying in statics and using the symmetry function, how should we apply the loading on an axis that is itself cut by the symmetry? Should the load be halved so that when symmetry is applied, there is twice as much effort in the end? Or does SW manage it alone? 

With a small image it may be clearer....

I provide the answer myself following the feedback from tech support. 

We have to divide the force by two. The symmetry function has no sole role in limiting displacements.

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