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AutoCAD Based Dimensions (Ribbon/Toolbar/Location)

Description:

All building dimensions are inserted into an different layer than the current one.

Solutions:

Cause:

The AutoCAD variable DIMLAYER in the background is set to the layer to put the dimensions in.

Solution:

Solution 1: Use CLASSICINSERT to insert the background drawing into a new drawing using a HydraCAD Template.

Solution 2: Type in DIMLAYER and enter. Type in a period (.) to set the layer for dimensions to be the Current Layer and press Enter.


Updated: May 7, 2026, 3:57 p.m. Created: May 7, 2026, 3:57 p.m.