Making Slanted Dimension Extension Lines To slant dimension extension lines: When you insert or select a dimension, handles appear so you can drag the dimension to slant the extension lines. Drag a handle at the end of the extension line nearest the arrow (the pointer changes to when it is over a handle that effects the slant). To return the dimension to its original position, right-click the dimension and select Display Options > Remove Slant. You can also drag the handle until the dimension snaps back to its original position. Parent topicDimension Extension Lines Changing the Attachment Point or Length of Dimension Extension Lines Flipping the Direction of Dimension Leaders Example: Smart Extension Lines Example: Dimension Line Terminology Attaching Dimension Extension Lines Jogging Extension Lines