Measurements

Using Grid and Snapping

Grid and snapping controls help align markups, measurements, and repeated annotations. They are especially useful when placing many objects on a structured plan.

Updated 2026-06-12 · 5 min read

Grid and snap controls
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Grid visibility, snap to grid, snap to content, and snap to markup help with consistent placement.

Turn on grid support

  1. 1

    Open toolbar controls

    Use the drawing toolbar's grid and snap controls.

  2. 2

    Show the grid

    Enable the construction grid if you need visual alignment.

  3. 3

    Choose snapping modes

    Enable snap to grid, content, or markups depending on what you are placing.

Set spacing

  1. 1

    Choose grid spacing

    Use the available construction grid spacing control for the drawing scale you are working at.

  2. 2

    Test placement

    Place a small markup and confirm the snap behavior matches the work before marking up many items.

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