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### Step 11: Calculate Dimensions

Once a feature has been created, the dimensions of that feature can be calculated. Dimensions can be generated at any time while learning a part program, and are tailored to fit individual specifications. PC-DMIS will display the result of each dimension operation in the Edit window.

To generate a dimension:

1. Select Insert | Dimension submenu and ensure that the Use Legacy Dimensions menu item is selected (has a check mark next to it).

2. Access the Location dialog box by selecting Insert | Dimension | Location.

3. From the list box or the Graphics Display window, select the last three circles that were measured by selecting their feature identifications in the list box.

Last three circles selected in the Feature Location dialog box.

4. Click the Create button. PC-DMIS will display the locations of the three circles in the Edit window.

Edit window showing location dimensions for three circles

These values can be changed simply by double-clicking on the desired line, highlighting the necessary nominal, and typing in a new value.

For additional information on creating dimensions, see the "Dimensioning Features" section.

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