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This system variable has the same name as a command. Use the SETVAR
command to access this system variable. The DIMSTYLE system variable is
read-only; to change the current dimension style, use the DIMSTYLE command.
See also:
Apply a New Dimension Style to Existing Dimensions
DIMTAD
Controls the vertical position of text in relation to the dimension line.
IntegerType:
DrawingSaved in:
0 (imperial) or 1 (metric)Initial value:
Centers the dimension text between the extension lines.0
Places the dimension text above the dimension line except when
the dimension line is not horizontal and text inside the extension
1
lines is forced horizontal ( DIMTIH (page 1245) = 1). The distance from
the dimension line to the baseline of the lowest line of text is the
current DIMGAP (page 1232) value.
Places the dimension text on the side of the dimension line farthest
away from the defining points.
2
Places the dimension text to conform to Japanese Industrial Stand-
ards (JIS).
3
Places the dimension text below the dimension line.4
See also:
Control the Location of Dimension Text
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