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Detailing and Drawings
2. Select the two silhouette edges of the cosmetic thread.
The pointer changes to
when it is over a silhouette edge of a cosmetic thread.
3. Click to place the dimension.
The thread callout attaches to the outer geometry of the cylinder.
Simplifying Callouts
In parts, assemblies, and drawings, you can exclude the thread Type (such as Machine
Thread or Straight Pipe Tapped Thread) from callouts for cosmetic threads.
To simplify callouts:
In the Cosmetic Thread PropertyManager, under Thread Callout, clear Show type.
To set the default for Show type:
Click Tools > Options > Document Properties > Annotations and select or clear
Show type in thread callouts.
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