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Aligning the Dimensions

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Aligning the Dimensions

Drag the dimensions so they are aligned as shown.

Front view:
Top view:
Right view:

You can also use the Auto Arrange Dimension tool to automatically position selected dimensions.

Box select the dimensions.
Move the pointer over the dimension palette rollover button to display the dimension palette.
Click Auto Arrange Dimensions .

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