Align Ordinate Dimensions with a Baseline
There is better control over the placement of ordinate dimensions that are created in models and drawings.
User Interface Location:
• In a drawing, click Annotate > Ordinate dimension.
• In a part, click Annotate > Ordinate Driven Dimension to create an ordinate dimension.
• Click File > Prepare > Drawing Properties and set the detail option default_ansi_ord_dim_aligned.
Release: Creo Parametric 6.0.4.0
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What is the benefit of this enhancement?
Set the detail option default_ansi_ord_dim_aligned to specify the alignment of the ordinate dimension to one of the following;
• yes—Aligns with the baseline dimension. This is the default.
• no—Stays at the position of the pointer until you place it.
Additional Information
Tips: | The detail option default_ansi_ord_dim_aligned is available only when the detail option ord_dim_standard is set to std_ansi. |
Limitations: | No known limitations. |
Does this replace existing functionality? | No. |
Detailing options associated with this functionality: | The detail option default_ansi_ord_dim_aligned is available in the model and drawing environments. |