Distance / Length Calculation

Distance / Length Calculation

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Length calculations may be obtained for any line segment, arc, polygon side or vector. Distance calculations are available between two points, or the perpendicular distance between a point and a line, segment, polygon side, or vector. Use these steps:

  1. Select select  the line segment, arc, or point and line, or pair of points as described above.
  2. Click the Distance / Length tool  in the Calculate toolbox or select Distance / Length from the Calculate menu.

Math Illustrations displays the length, using any relevant parameters you may have specified.