Set terminator size and shape
You can change the terminator shape directly from a selected dimension. You also can modify terminator shape, size, and other options in the Dimension Properties dialog box.
Change the terminator shape on a selected dimension
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Click a dimension terminator, a dimension line, or a projection line to display all of the handles on the dimension. Do not click the dimension text.
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Click the terminator handle on the side of the dimension that you want to change.
Example:Terminator handle on an ANSI dimension
Terminator handle on an ISO dimension
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From the menu, choose Terminator Type.
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From the list of terminators, choose a new terminator type.
An image of each terminator type is shown in the list along with a description.
Example:Terminator Type=Dot
Terminator Type=Arrow (Open)
Set dimension terminator shape and size by editing properties
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Right-click a dimension and choose Properties from the shortcut menu.
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In the Dimension Properties dialog box, click the Terminator and Symbol tab.
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Specify both the start and end terminators using the Measure type and Measure size controls.
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Select a shape from the Measure type list.
For example, select the Arrow (hollow) or the Circle option.
Tip:When you select a Measure type, the Origin type is updated to the same shape. This is a quick way to set both terminator shapes at once.
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Type a value in the Measure size text box and press Enter.
The default terminator size is 1 x Font Size.
Tip:When you enter a Measure size, the Origin size is updated to the same value. This is a quick way to set both terminator sizes at once.
Tip:By setting the Origin specifications after the Measure specifications, you can assign unique display properties to the start and end terminators.
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Rather than editing individual dimensions, you can set all default options for dimensions using the Styles command to modify the Dimension style type.
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