Constrsaint groups

[jackamus]

I'm having a problems understanding how Constraints work.

Attached is a constrained group for a dimension line. The idea is that I can stretch or squeeze it to suit a particular size. How do I reduce the bounding box to fit the group so I can manipulate it correctly?

Constraint group.afdesign

[v_kyr]

Your initial grouping looks outbounded aka odd. Just remove that grouping, then select all layers and re-group.

 

• Constraint group2.afdesign

 

 

 

[jackamus]

Thanks for the advice.

[lepr]

Select the Constraints Group, Ungroup then Group.

The constraints on the arrows are wrong, by the way. The arrow on the left should not be tied to the right hand edge of its container, and the arrow on the right should not be tied to the left edge of its container.

[jackamus]

Hi,

Thanks but that is what I meant about understanding how 'Constraints' work. I'll have another look at the manual and try and re-create the group from scratch.

[jackamus]

6 minutes ago, anon2 said:

Select the Constraints Group, Ungroup then Group.

The constraints on the arrows are wrong, by the way. The arrow on the left should not be tied to the right hand edge of its container, and the arrow on the right should not be tied to the left edge of its container.

Regarding the Help manuaI there a way to download it - a PDF perhaps?

Edited November 14, 2020 by jackamus
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[lepr]

Just now, jackamus said:

Regarding the Help manualIs there a way to download it - a PDF perhaps?

It is included in the app. Help > Affinity Designer Help

[jackamus]

I know that but I would like to print off whatever page I'm looking at. I suppose I could copy it and past into a Word doc.

[jackamus]

Just tried it but it doesn't work. Any suggestions?

[v_kyr]

• Affinity Online Help Resource (Printable)

• Downloadable Affinity Designer Help 1.3.5 (iBooks)

• AD quick start guide (pdf)

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