Measure distances, diameters and angles on the part, stock or fixtures in the CAM Assist 3D view, on any stage.
Measure
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Click Measure (ruler icon) in the toolbar at the bottom of the 3D view.
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In the Measure panel, choose a tool:
Tool How to use it Point to point Click two points. Hold Alt to turn off snapping. Edge or diameter Click an edge, then click to place the result. A circular edge shows its diameter. Face to face Click two faces, then click to place the result. Face angle Click two faces, then click to place the result. Body to body Click two bodies, then click to place the result. The shortest distance is shown. -
Take as many measurements as you need. The panel shows how many there are.
Distances use your unit setting (mm or inches); angles are in degrees. Press Esc to cancel the measurement you're taking; the panel stays open.
Remove measurements
- Click Clear to remove all measurements.
- Click the ruler icon again (Stop measuring) to close the panel and remove the measurements.
Measuring isn't available while you're picking geometry for a setting. If you've added a part drawing, switch the viewer to 3D or Split to see the model.