System Variable Entry: DIMALTF

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System Variable Entry: DIMALTF

Name

DIMALTF

Type

real

Default

varies by drawing

Read-Only

Scope

drawing; saved in drawing

Description

Controls the multiplier for alternate units.

Compatibility

AutoCAD and BricsCAD. AutoCAD all; BricsCAD V20+. Divergence: default AutoCAD 25.4000 (imperial) or 0.0394 (metric), BricsCAD 25.4 - If MEASUREMENT=0 and INSUNITS=inches 0.0394 - If MEASUREMENT=1 and INSUNITS=milimeters.

Source Notes

AutoCAD: https://help.autodesk.com/view/ACD/2026/ENU/?guid=GUID-4BB25870-8BFF-478D-8C04-88457311AAF2
BricsCAD: https://help.bricsys.com/en-us/document/system-variable-reference/d/dimaltf-system-variable