Add dimensions in orthographic drawing views

  1. On the ribbon, click Annotate tab Dimension panel Dimension .
  2. In the graphics window, select the geometry and drag to display the dimension.
    • To add a linear dimension for a line or edge, click to select the geometry.
    • To add a linear dimension between two points, two curves, or a curve and a point, click to select each point or curve.
    • To add a linear symmetric or linear diametric dimension, select two parallel lines or edges, right-click, and then select Dimension TypeLinear Symmetric or Linear Diametric.
    • To add a radial or diametric dimension, click to select an arc or circle.
      Tip: Leader lines of radial or diametric dimensions snap in 15-degree steps. Hold the CTRL key on your keyboard to disable leader line snapping. Then place or move the leader line to the desired position.
    • To add an angular dimension, select two lines.
    • To add an implied intersection dimension, select the first curve, right-click, and then select the intersection. Select the second curve that defines the implied intersection, and then select the element (or other implied intersection) to dimension.
    • To annotate an arc segment with a chord length, arc length, or angular dimension, select the arc, right-click, and then select Dimension TypeChord Length, Arc Length, or Angle.
    Tip: Selected objects in the drawing determine the type of dimension and commands available in the context menu. To change the settings or use different options, right-click, and click a command on the menu.
  3. Click to place the dimension in the appropriate location.

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