TechDraw CommandAddOffsetVertex

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TechDraw CommandAddOffsetVertex

Menu location
TechDraw → Extensions: Centerlines/Threading → Add an offset vertex
Workbenches
TechDraw
Default shortcut
None
Introduced in version
1.0
See also
None

Description

The TechDraw CommandAddOffsetVertex tool adds a cosmetic vertex at a specified offset from a selected vertex.

Selected vertex and added cosmetic vertex

Usage

  1. Select a vertex.
  2. There are several ways to invoke the tool:
    • Press the Add an offset vertex button.
    • Select the TechDraw → Extensions: Centerlines/Threading → Add an offset vertex option from the menu.
  3. A task panel opens.
  4. Enter the desired (positive or negative) X-Offset and Y-Offset in mm.
  5. Press the OK button.
  6. A cosmetic vertex is added.