Set Scale
Hover over Set Scale to view scale options. These options are used in conjunction with the measuring tools:
Figure 1. Tools Tab Submenu, Set Scale
The following options are available:
Figure 2. Set Scale Options
•Existing scales are detailed in the pane. Click to activate scales.
•Click Manage Measurements to view/edit/clone/delete scales.
•Click Calibrate Measurement to calibrate a new measurement. The pointer will become a crosshairs icon. Click and drag to determine a calibration distance. The Calibration dialog box will open:
Figure 3. Calibration Dialog Box
•The distance determined in the document is detailed in the upper number box. Use the dropdown menu to select the desired units of measurement.
•Use the lower number box to determine the scale. Enter a numerical value and the desired units of measurement for the scale.
•Name and describe the calibration. The scale is detailed in Scale pane.
Click OK to save the calibration.
The keyboard shortcut to enable this feature is Ctrl+Shift+C.