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Foreshorten Here
: By default, SolidWorks can detect when a dimension should be foreshortened, especially if an end of the geometry is outside the drawing view. How to Apply Foreshortening
Foreshortening allows for clear documentation of large features in limited space by using "zigzag" symbols or shortened dimension lines. foreshorten
Tip: If the option is missing, ensure you are right-clicking the itself, rather than the dimension value. How to Add Foreshortened Dimensions in SOLIDWORKS : By default, SolidWorks can detect when a
the side of the dimension line you wish to shorten. Select Display Options from the context menu. Choose Foreshorten . : By default
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