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How to modify the absolute value of a dimension?

This tutorial requires:

DesignSpark Mechanical V6.0

1. Set a dimension annotation on the feature whose size you want to change:

Set a dimension annotation

2. Click on PULL/MOVE tool and select one of the faces/edges you want to use as a reference to modify the geometry

Click on PULL/MOVE tool and select faces/edges

3. You will notice a 'bubble' appear next to the annotation, click on it and enter a new value for that dimension.

The difference will be shown and the absolute value will be in effect when you click keyboard enter.

enter a new value

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