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direct distance method when this option is selected. (DYNPICOORDS system
variable)
Visibility
Controls when pointer input is displayed. (DYNPIVIS system variable)
As Soon As I Type Coordinate Data
When pointer input is turned on, displays tooltips only when you start to
enter coordinate data. (DYNPIVIS system variable)
When a Command Asks for a Point
When pointer input is turned on, displays tooltips whenever a command
prompts you for a point. (DYNPIVIS system variable)
Always—Even When Not in a Command
Always displays tooltips when pointer input is turned on. (DYNPIVIS system
variable)
Dimension Input Settings Dialog Box
Quick Reference
See also:
■ Use Dynamic Input
Controls the settings of dimension input tooltips.
Access Methods
Menu: Tools ➤ Drafting Settings
Shortcut menu: Right-click Snap, Grid, Polar, Osnap, Otrack, or Dyn on
the status bar and click Settings.
List of Options
The following options are displayed.
Visibility
Controls which tooltips are displayed during grip stretching when dimensional
input is turned on. (DYNDIVIS system variable)
Show Only 1 Dimension Input Field at a Time
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