In the context of computer-aided design (CAD), specifically within , "foreshorten" refers to a technique used in engineering drawings to represent dimensions when an object's geometry—such as a radius or a linear edge—extends beyond the boundaries of a drawing view or interferes with other elements. SolidWorks Foreshortening Overview
: By default, SolidWorks can detect when a dimension should be foreshortened, especially if an end of the geometry is outside the drawing view. How to Apply Foreshortening foreshorten
: You can specify document-level defaults for linear foreshortening via Tools > Options > Document Properties > Dimensions > Linear . In the context of computer-aided design (CAD), specifically