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Overriding DimensionStyle Variables

Use the OverrideDimensionStyle command to change the setting of a DimensionStyle variable and apply the setting to Dimensions without modifying the active DimensionStyle.

To override DimensionStyle variables:

  1. Click Dimension > Override (or type OverrideDimensionStyle).
  2. Type the name of a DimensionStyle variable to override.
  3. Enter the new value.
  4. Continue entering DimensionStyle variables and values, and press Enter when done.
  5. In the graphics area, specify the Dimensions whose settings are to be overridden.
  6. Press Enter.

    The specified Dimensions are updated.

To undo DimensionStyle overrides:

  1. Click Dimension > Override (or type OverrideDimensionStyle).
  2. Specify the Clear overrides option to undo any DimensionStyle variable overrides you have set up.
  3. In the graphics area, specify the Dimensions whose settings are to be overridden.
  4. Press Enter.

Access

Command: OverrideDimensionStyle

Menu: Dimension > Override

Related Topics

Working with DimensionStyles

Parent Topic

Creating and Modifying Dimensions



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