System Variable Entry: DIMALTD

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System Variable Entry: DIMALTD

Name

DIMALTD

Type

integer, range 0 to 8

Default

varies by drawing

Read-Only

Scope

drawing; saved in drawing

Description

Controls the number of decimal places in alternate units.

Compatibility

AutoCAD and BricsCAD. AutoCAD all; BricsCAD V20+. Divergence: type AutoCAD Integer, BricsCAD Short; default AutoCAD 2 (imperial) or 3 (metric), BricsCAD 2 - If MEASUREMENT=0 and INSUNITS=inches 3 - If MEASUREMENT=1 and INSUNITS=milimeters.

Source Notes

AutoCAD: https://help.autodesk.com/view/ACD/2026/ENU/?guid=GUID-DE3D35C1-C4AB-4A11-9F3A-6E5CF6EE9160
BricsCAD: https://help.bricsys.com/en-us/document/system-variable-reference/d/dimaltd-system-variable