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==Description==
==Description==


The [[Image:TechDraw_ExtensionLineParallel.svg|24px]] '''TechDraw ExtensionLineParallel''' tool adds a cosmetic line parallel to another line through a vertex.
The '''TechDraw ExtensionLineParallel''' tool adds a cosmetic line parallel to another line through a vertex.


[[Image:TechDraw_ExtensionLineParallelExample.png|250px]]
[[Image:TechDraw_ExtensionLineParallelExample.png|250px]]

Revision as of 08:38, 29 May 2023

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TechDraw ExtensionLineParallel

Menu location
TechDraw → Extensions: Centerlines/Threading → Add Cosmetic Parallel Line
Workbenches
TechDraw
Default shortcut
None
Introduced in version
0.20
See also
TechDraw ExtensionLinePerpendicular

Description

The TechDraw ExtensionLineParallel tool adds a cosmetic line parallel to another line through a vertex.

On the right an added cosmetic parallel line

Usage

  1. Optionally specify the line attributes with the TechDraw ExtensionSelectLineAttributes tool.
  2. Select a straight edge to determine the direction and the length of the line.
  3. Select a vertex to determine the position of the line.
  4. There are several ways to invoke the tool:
    • Press the TechDraw ExtensionLineParallel button.
    • Select the TechDraw → Extensions: Centerlines/Threading → Add Cosmetic Parallel Line option from the menu.
  5. A cosmetic line is added.