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Geometric constraints create positional relationships between 2D sketch objects. When used in conjunction with dimensional constraints (see Constraining Dimensions), you can easily control and update objects and dimensions.
Note: _These tools are used for constraining geometry after is has been created. If you want to automatically constrain geometry while it is created, make sure
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You can display the Constraints toolbar by right-clicking in any toolbar area and selecting Constraints.
Options for constraints can be found in Program Setup; see Constraints.When you activate a constraint, the active layer switches to "CONSTRAINTS." (For details on layers, see Snap Modes.)
In the Inspector Bar, the
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When constraints are created, a constraint marker is attached to the constrained objects. This marker is on the CONSTRAINTS layer, in the layer's color. This example shows two lines that are constrained to be parallel.
Constraint markers can be selected like other objects. To remove a
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Note: Constraints of selected objects can be viewed in the Selection Info palette. See Selection Info Palette.