Draw | Dimension

Annotation detail such as dimensions and center marks can be added to the sketch if necessary.

Annotation is usually added to the Dimension layer, a default layer when starting a new drawing from the Wizard.

Dimension features are formatted prior to insertion using the Inspector.

Dimension features are modified after insertion by selecting the dimension, then using the Inspector to modify the feature.

All dimensions in the drawing can be selected using right click > Select All > Dimensions & Text.

In the example below, the Smart Dimension tool is used to dimension the object by selecting the vertical and horizontal lines.

Lines dimensioned using the Smart Dimension tool

Center Marks

Draw | Dimension | Center Mark Dimension

This dimensioning tool inserts a center line mark to represent the center of a circle or arc.

This feature is usually added to the Dimension layer, a default layer when starting a new drawing from a template.

In the example below, center marks are inserted onto the centers of the circles. The Axis Overlap setting controls the distance the center mark will be extended beyond the edge of the circle.

Inserting center marks onto the circles

Horizontal Dimension

Draw | Dimension | Horizontal Dimension

This tool creates a dimension between two points in a horizontal plane.

In the example below, the horizontal dimension is used to dimension the distance between points 1 and 2.

Horizontal dimension placed between two endpoints

Vertical Dimensions

Draw | Dimension | Vertical Dimension

This tool creates a dimension between two points in a vertical plane.

In the example below, vertical dimensions are inserted to indicate the distance between the points, example points 1 and 2.

Inserting vertical dimensions

Radial Dimensions

Draw | Dimension | Radius/Diameter Dimension

This radial dimension tool creates a radius or diameter dimension on an arc or circle.

The radial dimension can either by drawn using the inside or outside option.

In the example below, diameter and radius dimensions are shown.

Radial (diameter and radius) dimensions