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Scale bar

annotation

Preview at 1/4" = 1'-0" scale

04812feet · 1/4" = 1'-0"

About

Graphic scale bar — alternating filled/outline segments at 4-foot intervals with numeric tick labels and verbal scale (1/4" = 1'-0") below. Placed on the sheet so the reader can measure off the drawing.

Specifications

Default size16' wide × 0.5' deep × 0' high
Elevation off floor0'
Drafting standardAIA CAD Guide §Scale Bars; NCS V7 §Sheet Annotations
3D-readyNot yet

Variants

  • 8' scale bar 8' × 0.5'
  • 16' scale bar 16' × 0.5'
  • 24' scale bar 24' × 0.5'

Interaction in plans

  • Hover for tooltip
  • Click for details
  • Drag to relocate
  • Swap to another symbol
  • Rotate (0/90/180/270)