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Dimension macro needed!

Dimension macro needed!

Dimension macro needed!

(OP)
I'm looking for a macro to change the default text on a dimension to a different text.

My idea: On a drawing
o Hit "smart Dimension" and place dimension on the side of part
o Hit the Marco
o The Marco would change the text from the default to "Arial Black"
o End

Thanks for any help!!!!

RE: Dimension macro needed!

Without macro, here are 2 options.
Tools > Options > Document Properties tab > Detailing > Annotation Font > Dimension to globally change font.

Create a dimension favorite.

Flores
SW06 SP4.1

RE: Dimension macro needed!

I agree. No need for a macro. Doing what Flores suggested is just as quick as running a macro.

Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks Pro 06/PDMWorks 06
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home site (updated 06-21-05)
FAQ559-1100
FAQ559-716

RE: Dimension macro needed!

If you only want certain dims on the drawing to be in that font, wouldn't dimension favorites work for that?  I think that's what they're for.

RE: Dimension macro needed!

you could also just use teh Annotations font toolbar that comes up when you select a dimension.

Regards,

Scott Baugh, CSWP
www.scottjbaugh.com
FAQ731-376

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