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Modify Objects with Dimensional Constraints Applied
You can control lengths, distances, and angles of objects by changing
constraint values, by manipulating dimensional constraints using grips, or by
changing user variables or expressions associated with dimensional constraints.
Edit Dimensional Constraint Names, Values, and Expressions
You can edit the names, values, and expressions that are associated with
dimensional constraints using in-place editing:
■ Double-click the dimensional constraint, select the dimensional constraint
and use the shortcut menu, or the TEXTEDIT command
■ Open the Properties paletteProperties Inspector and select the dimensional
constraint
■ Open the Parameters Manager and select the dimensional constraint either
from the list or from within the drawing
■ Customize the Quick Properties palette to display several constraint
properties
You can reference other dimensional constraints by selecting them during an
in-place editing operation.
NOTE You cannot edit the Expression and Value properties for a reference
parameter.
Modify Dimensional Constraints Using Their Grips
You can modify a constrained object either by using the triangular grips or
the square grips on the associated dimensional constraint.
The triangular grips on dimensional constraints provide a way of changing
the constraint value while maintaining the constraint.
For example, you can change the length of the diagonal line by using the
triangular grips on the Aligned dimensional constraint. The diagonal line
maintains its angle and the location of one of its endpoints.
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