Translations:Draft Dimension/4/en

From FreeCAD Documentation
  1. Optionally select a straight edge in the 3D view.
  2. There are several ways to invoke the command:
    • Press the Dimension button.
    • Select the Annotation → Dimension option from the menu.
    • Use the keyboard shortcut: D then I.
  3. The Dimension task panel opens. See Options for more information.
  4. If you have not yet selected an edge do one of the following:
    • Press E or the Select edge button and select a straight edge in the 3D view.
    • Hold down the Alt key, select a straight edge in the 3D view and release the Alt key.
    • Define the measured distance by picking points:
      • Pick a first point in the 3D view, or type coordinates and press the Enter point button.
      • Pick a second point in the 3D view, or type coordinates and press the Enter point button.
  5. To position the dimension line do one of the following:
    • For an aligned dimension:
      • Pick a point in the 3D view, or type coordinates and press the Enter point button.
    • For a horizontal dimension:
      • Move the pointer above or below the edge or points.
      • Hold down the Shift key, move the pointer and pick a point in the 3D view.
    • For a vertical dimension:
      • Move the pointer to the left or right of the edge or points.
      • Hold down the Shift key, move the pointer and pick a point in the 3D view.