Add Prefix/Suffix to a Dimension Type

Add a prefix/suffix to a dimension type. Prefix/Suffix added in this way will not need to be added to each dimension instance.

Include prefix/suffix values in a custom dimension type.

To create a prefix/suffix to a custom dimension type

1. Click Annotate tabDimension panel.
2. On the Dimensions panel drop-down, click the appropriate dimension tool.

   For example, if you want to apply custom accuracy to a linear dimension, click Linear Dimension Types.

3. Alternate: Select a dimension and click Edit Type on the properties palette.
4. In the Type Properties dialog, click Duplicate. Enter a name for the new dimension style, and click OK.
5. In the Primary Units section, input a value for prefix/suffix.
6. Click OK twice.