TechDraw VerticalExtentDimension/en

Description
The Dimension Vertical Extent tool adds a linear dimension to a View. The dimension extends from the bottom most point on the selected objects to the top most point. A CosmeticVertex will be placed at each point.



Usage

 * 1) Select a View or a collection of Edges in a View.
 * 2) Press the  button
 * 3) A dimension will be added to the View.  The dimension may be dragged to the desired position.

Limitations
Dimension objects are vulnerable to "topological naming" issues. See the information in the tool for more information.

Properties
This object has the same properties as the TechDraw Dimension Length tool. See that tool for details. Exceptions noted.

Data

 * : - based on 3D geometry or "Projected" - based on the drawing. Not normally manipulated directly by the end user. Not yet implemented for Dimension Vertical Extent.

Scripting
TechDraw API and FreeCAD Scripting Basics.

The Dimension Vertical Extent tool can be used in macros and from the Python console by using the following functions: