To Format Existing Dual Dimensions in a Drawing
You can detail your model using dual dimension schemes, such as English and metric. The following procedure enables you to format the properties of an individual set of dimensions.
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Before continuing, make sure dual dimensions are enabled with the dual_dimensioning Detail option.
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1. Select the dimension to modify. The Dimension ribbon tab opens.
2. Click the Dual Dimensions button. The Dual Dimensions Display panel opens.
3. Define how to format the dimensions:
◦ To place the secondary dimension below the primary dimension, select the Below option.
◦ To place the secondary dimension on the same line as the primary dimension, select the To right option.
◦ When the dimension is rounded, to specify the number of decimal places to use for the secondary dimension, type a value under the Precision area.
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• If you are using metric dimensions as primary or secondary units in dual dimensions, the metric dimensions do not display as fractions if the fraction format is set.
• When you are using dual dimensioning with dimensional tolerances, the system rounds the secondary values so that they always fit within the range indicated by primary units (that is, so that they are tighter than primary values), and retain the desired design intent.
• If the dimension is not rounded, the secondary value is displayed as the fully calculated value with maximum possible number of decimal places.
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