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Flipping Dimension Arrows

Use the FlipArrows command to change the position of dimension arrowheads.

You can apply the tool to any Dimensions that use arrows or ticks.

When you select Dimensions, flip arrow grips () display near dimension arrows or ticks. Clicking such a grip flips the related arrowhead.

To flip dimension arrows:

  1. Type FlipArrows in the command window.
  2. In the graphics area, select Dimensions.

    The dimension arrows or ticks flip around the extension line or entity edge.

To flip dimension arrows with flip arrow grips:

  1. In the graphics area, select Dimensions.
  2. Click the flip arrow grip () on a dimension line with the arrowhead you want to flip.

  Use the DimensionStyle command to set the style and size of dimension arrows.

Access

Command: FlipArrows

Related Topics

Working with DimensionStyles

Parent Topic

Creating and Modifying Dimensions



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