Ruler Shape
The Ruler shape provides a measurement tool for distances on the board, useful for comparing model outputs with physical measurements.
Screenshot: Ruler shape on the board
Overview
A Ruler shape places a measurement tool on the board that displays the distance between two points. It can be used to measure distances in the referential coordinate system, helping students compare simulated positions with expected values or real measurements.
Toolbar
Screenshot: Ruler shape toolbar
Properties Panel
Screenshot: Ruler properties panel
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Start position | One endpoint of the ruler |
| End position | Other endpoint of the ruler |
| Units | Display unit label |
| Decimal places | Precision of the measurement display |
| Show ticks | Display graduation marks |