Distance

Distance dimensions define controlled spacing between points, lines, and other sketch entities. Use them to size profiles, preserve offset relationships, and communicate measured design intent as the sketch regenerates.

Create a distance dimension by selecting a line when you want to control that segment's length, or by selecting two points or references when you want to control the spacing between them. Double-click an existing dimension label to edit its value.

Adding a Dimension to a Line

The Distance tool can control the measured length of a selected sketch segment.

Adding Dimensions to a Rectangle

Use the Distance tool to add width and height dimensions to a closed four-sided profile.

This section covers the primary distance dimension types used in Zoo Design Studio: Vertical Distance, Horizontal Distance, and Absolute Distance.

Vertical and horizontal distance dimensions control offset along the sketch axes, which is useful for layout-driven geometry and fully defined profiles. Absolute distance controls the direct separation between references when the design intent depends on true point-to-point measurement instead of axis- aligned spacing.