3D vector measurement

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rascalito
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Joined: Sun Oct 17, 2021 12:46 am

3D vector measurement

Post by rascalito »

Hello!

Last time I did it, when using the measurement tool on a 3D part, it used to display 3 vectors, RGB, same color as the xyz axes.
This time, it shows a scalar measurement, white only. I have tried to search the documentation, but probably not with the right
words, I find nothing. Does anyone know how to restore this 3D measurement?

Thanks!

Update: sorry, I found it! Measure linear (not the ruler but a roll meter on the right) does the job as long as you make sure that
specific points are selected (the color change). In case some may look for the same functionality:
- Select the roll meter on the right
- Hover in your drawing and make sure your start point color changes
- Select 1st point, then 2nd point similarily.
You will get the xyz dimensions in green, and the scalar value in red
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