GstarCAD 2027 · Command Reference
Function Description:
The DIMALTU system variable is used to set unit formats for alternate units of all dimension sub styles(except angular dimension).
| Type | Integer |
| Saved in | Drawing |
| Initial value | 2 |
| Range | 1 \~ 8 |
System Variable Value:
1: scientific
2: decimal
3: engineering
4: architectural(stacked)
5: grade (stacked)
6: architectural
7: fractional
8: Microsoft Windows desktop (decimal format using control panel settings for decimal separator and number grouping symbols)
Article ID: 5326
Created: September 26, 2026
Last Updated: September 25, 2026
Author: kbadmin
Online URL: https://kb.gstarcad.com.my/article/dimaltu-system-variable-gstarcad-2027-5326.html