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How to add centre marks in 2D CAD
Centre marks show the exact centre of a circle or arc, the way engineering drawings mark holes. A centre line can also be drawn halfway between two parallel lines.
Centre marks is a PRO tool. Drawing, trim, extend, join and dimensions are free.
How to use centre marks in BenCAD
- Pick CENTTap CENT in the toolbar, in the Annotate group.
- Tap a circle, arc or lineTap the shape to mark. The centre marker panel opens.
- Choose the styleChoose a centre mark or a centre line, and BOTH, HORIZONTAL or VERTICAL. Tap APPLY.
- Centre line between two linesFor a straight line, choose centre line, then tap a second parallel line. The centre line is drawn halfway between them.
Tips
- Dimension from a centre to an edge with the dimension tool.
Questions
Are centre marks free?
Centre marks are part of BenCAD Pro.
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