Hi everyone!
We are excited to introduce the Easel Measuring Tool for beta testing! If you’re interested in trying out the new measuring tool while it’s still in beta, you can sign up here!
Here’s an in-depth overview of this new feature:
Initiating the Measuring Tool
You can start using the measuring tool by selecting the measuring tool icon in the toolbar. Once selected, follow these steps to add a measurement:
- Click anywhere on the design canvas to set the first measurement point.
- After placing the first point, a line will appear connecting your cursor to the initial point.
- Place the second measurement point to complete the measurement line. This line will be added to your design canvas but will not be carved.
Editing and Managing Measurement Lines
Editing: Measurement lines are fully editable. Select a line and move its endpoints to adjust their positions. The measurement properties panel will appear when you add or select a measurement line.
Properties Displayed: The total length of the measurement line will be displayed centered over the line on the design canvas. The properties panel provides the angle, horizontal length, vertical length, and coordinates of each endpoint.
Additional Features: Measurement lines snap to vertices on shapes within your design. When your cursor is placed anywhere in the design canvas in Easel, you are able to see the coordinates of its position at the bottom of the screen next to the workpieces.
You can add as many measurement lines as needed for your design. Measurement lines can be locked, copied, or deleted as necessary, providing flexibility in your design process.
Beta Testing and Feedback
If you’re interested in trying out the new measuring tool while it’s still in beta, you can sign up here. We look forward to your feedback to help us refine and improve the tool to better suit your needs.