The parallel constraint causes selected lines or ellipse axes to lie parallel to one another. In a 3D sketch, the parallel constraint is parallel to x, y, or z part axes unless you manually constrain to selected geometry.
- On the ribbon, click
Sketch tab
Constrain panel
Parallel Constraint
. - Click the first line or ellipse axis.
- Select a second line or ellipse axis.
- Continue to place parallel constraints, or do one of the following to quit:
- Right-click, and select Done.
- Press Esc.
- Select another command.
Show Me how to create a parallel constraint
Show Me how to create parallel lines
Note: To make several lines or axes parallel to one another, select them, and then click Parallel.