Offset Line in a Model Sketch

You can add an offset line in comparison with the selected baseline. The baseline can consist of several lines.

  • Define the offset line data from the baseline.
  • Select the side of the base line on which to draw the offset line. You can add an offset line to either side of the line.
  • The function will copy the geometric constraints of the line and also add a dimension constraint between the lines.

Add an offset line as follows:

  1. Select one or more lines by holding down Ctrl and clicking the left mouse button.
  2. Select the context-sensitive function Offset.
  3. Define the offset line data in the dialog box.

    Offset Line Data

  4. Select the position of the offset line in relation to the reference line.
    • Select the side, using the radio button:

      The position of the offset line is indicated with an arrow.

    • If necessary, change the side using the radio button:

  5. View the offset line using the Preview function, and change before confirming the line, if necessary.
  6. Click OK.
Note:
  • If you select the Offset function on the toolbar, the line chain will be selected when you select the line near the start point of the line.