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Dimensioning the Section View

Click Smart Dimension (Dimensions/Relations toolbar).
In the section view, select the two lines as shown.
Click to place the dimension to the left of the view.
In the PropertyManager:
1. Under Dimension Text, type the following after <DIM>:
  W.T.
  TYP
2. Click Left Justify .
Click in the graphics area to finish the text.

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