# How to auto-dimension frames in elevation views?
## 1. Use sample dimensioning rules
Sample **Drawing Configurations** include ready-made **Dimensioning Rules** which you can already use to dimension frames in elevations.
1. Go to **Drawing Configuration**:
2. In the **View Tab** > **Dimensioning Rule** column, use the sample rule **Frame**:
3. Close the Drawing Configuration dialogue.
4. Navigate to **Wall+M**
5. Click on **Create assembly** and select frame(s):
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[Learn more](https://docs.besmart.software/3d-modeling-and-design/metal-framing/getting-started/workflow-step-by-step/walls/shop-drawing-workflow) about the assembly workflow.
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Below are the example outputs using this configuration:
Frame elevation - without openings
Frame elevation - with an opening
## 2. Create new dimensioning rules
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It's recommended to already have assemblies created. [Learn more](https://docs.besmart.software/3d-modeling-and-design/metal-framing/getting-started/workflow-step-by-step/walls/shop-drawing-workflow)
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### 1. Open an elevation view
1. Find a created wall assembly in the **Project Browser** > **Assemblies**
2. Open the **Elevation** view:
### 2. Create new dimensioning rule
1. In **Wall+M**, click on the **Create Assembly** > **Smart Dimensions** (at the bottom)
2. In the pop-up menu, click on **Delete Dimensions in View** and pick any dimension:
4. Go back to the pop-up menu and click on the **Configurations** button to open the dialogue
5. At the top-right of the dialogue, click on the **\[...]** button and choose **Create** to create a new dimensioning rule
6. Go back to the **\[...]** button and choose **Rename** to rename the rule (use any name you want)
7. Click save 💾 button at the top:
4. Choose **Structural Framing** in the Dimension Lines by Priority browser:
### 3. Add total dimensions
1. Click on the gear button ⚙️ at the top-right:
2. Expand the **Total Dimension** settings:
3. Choose the **Dimension Type**:
4. Add **Horizontontal Dimensions**. Choose **Top** or **Bottom**
5. Choose **Vertical Dimension**. Choose **Right** or **Left**:
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**Note**: Total Dimensions are not visible if they are placed alone without other dimensions.
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Horizontal - Top, Vertical - Right
Horizontal - Bottom, Vertical - Left
6. Click **OK**
### 4. Dimension horizontal elements
1. In the **Dimension 1** tab, navigate to **Horizontal Elements** sub-tab
2. Check the box **Vertical Dimensions**
3. Choose the **Dimension Type** and check the box **Join Dimension Lines**
4. If you want to see instant result in your view, click **Apply**:
5. Define the dimension references. Use **Measure References** and **Extend Demension To** parameters. Try different combinations using **Apply** button until you reach the desired result:
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**Recommendation**: it's recommended to use these options for Measure References:
* Bottom Edge
* Top Edge
* Solid Face Edge
* Open Face Edge
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6. Modify the **Dimension Position**:
### 5. Dimension vertical elements
1. Navigate to **Vertical Elements** sub-tab
2. Check the box **Horizontal Dimensions**
3. Choose the **Dimension Type** and check the box **Join Dimension Lines**
4. If you want to see instant result in your view, click **Apply**:
5. Define the dimension references. Use **Measure References** and **Extend Demension To** parameters. Try different combinations using **Apply** button until you reach the desired result
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**Recommendation**: it's recommended to use these options for Measure References:
* Bottom Edge
* Top Edge
* Solid Face Edge
* Open Face Edge
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6. Modify the **Dimension Position.**
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