Apex v5 Pro Touch Tablet Module Tutorial

About this manual

This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide to using the Touch Tablet Module of the Apex v5 Pro Assessor. It focuses on drawing tools, the built-in number pad, and shortcuts for creating sketches, highlighting user interface changes when the module is active. The guide was originally designed for On-Site Training services but includes key strokes for individual review.

What's inside

• Drawing Lesson
• User Interface Changes
• Define Area
• Drawing Angles
• Rise & Run
• Turn Feature
• Alignment Feature
• Define Area on-the-fly
• Auto Trace
• Curve Tool

Frequently asked questions

How does the Touch Tablet Module change dimension placement behavior?

When drawing in this mode, Apex automatically switches from manual to automatic dimension placement so dimensions anchor without requiring a second tap.

What is the procedure for establishing the Point of Beginning?

After defining an area, press the [Enter] button on the number pad while in Pen Up mode to establish your Point of Beginning.

How do you draw a line at a specific angle using Rise and Run?

Enter the vertical rise and horizontal run measurements consecutively without pressing Enter between them, then press Enter to draw.