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Quick Tips for Measuring in Crafti

Ruler, Profiles & Measurement Box

🧰 How to Measure and Check Dimensions in Crafti – Full Tutorial

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through how to use Crafti’s measurement tools to make sure your designs are accurate and professional. Whether you're working on a single profile or an entire scene, knowing how to measure correctly is key to building realistic and functional structures.

πŸ”Ž Which tools will we use?

  • Profile Dimensions
    This tool automatically displays the main dimensions of a selected profile or object. It's great for quickly checking height, width, and length without manual calculations.
  • πŸ“ Ruler
    The Ruler is a virtual measuring tool that lets you check exact distances between two vertices or points in your design. Perfect for checking tolerances, spacing, or precisely adjusting components.
  • πŸ“¦ Measurement Box
    This tool generates a virtual box around your selection to show the total size of the object or group. It’s ideal for getting an overview of your scene’s dimensions or verifying if your design fits within a certain space.

βœ… Benefits of using these tools in Crafti

  • Precise measurements: Easily check exact values at any point in your design.
  • Time-saving: No need to leave the app or use external tools β€” everything can be measured right inside the platform.
  • More professional designs: Verifying every dimension and space helps reduce errors and ensures a more accurate, reliable result.
  • Perfect for tweaks and testing: Quickly check if parts fit together or if adjustments are needed before exporting or building.
  • User-friendly: The interface is visual and intuitive, built for designers of all levels.

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