I am having an issue in trying to get my hole axis to offset in the opposite direction. In the image below I want the slot to be centered on the hole. I can get it to offset moving the slot to the left, but can't get it to go to the right. I have tried a negative number, but both positive and negative move it to the left.
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Here is the string I used for the linetype.
*GAS_Option_LINE,Gas line ----GAS OPTION----GAS OPTION----GAS OPTION----
A,8,-15,["GAS OPTION",STANDARD,S=2.54,U=0.0,X=-2.35,Y=-1.27],-12
how to make the fillets goes the opposite direction.I want the fillets to round the edges not join the edges together
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I am finding myself constatnly havign to toggle back and forth between the Tool Options bar, and even with the F4 keyboard shortcut, it's a pain in the butt.
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