Reference Dimension

Introduction

This topic will explain the Reference Dimension function, will explain where to find the function, and explain the options found in it. This topic will also give a brief description of creation with quick steps, and provide links to related topics.

The Reference Dimension Function

Reference Dimension uses the start of an existing dimension as the reference for the next dimension. This creates dimensions that report the distance from the beginning of a reference dimension to another snap location within a series of contiguous entities.

To open Reference Dimension:

 

  • In the Dimensions group, of the Evaluate ribbon, click Reference.

 

The parameters display in the Data Entry Manager.

The Data Entry Parameters

Creation Option

 

 

Entity Selection

 

Reference Dimension

 

(Delete) - removes the highlighted item from the list.

(Reverse) - Changes the direction of the selected chain.
This list box will show the entity currently selected for the function.

Dimension to Point

 

(Delete) - removes the highlighted item from the list.

(Reverse) - Changes the direction of the selected chain.
This list box will show the entity currently selected for the function.
  • OK - finalizes the function.
  • Cancel - exits the function.

Quick Steps - Reference Dimension

  1. Open the function.

    The Reference Dimension list automatically has focus.

  2. Select the dimension that is to be the start of the Reference.

    The dimension is added to the Selected Geometry list.

    The focus shifts to the Dimension to Point list.

  3. Hover over the entity to create a dimension from.

    The preview appears.

    Select the entity.

    The item is added to the Dimension to Point list and immediately removed to allow selection of the next entity.

    The dimension is created.

  4. Repeat as necessary.

  5. Click Cancel to exit the function.

Related Topics

The CAD Overview