You can convert display units automatically when you input them into measurement fields in the application. Inputted units will be converted to your currently-selected display units. Valid unit abbreviations are:

 

cm (centimeters)

mm (millimeters)

in (inches)

pt (points)

 

For example, if your display units are set to Metric, and you type the following into a measurement field . . .

 

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. . . when you press ENTER, the application will automatically convert the measurement to Metric units (centimeters).

 

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