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Fusion 360 is a computer[[Computer-assisted aided design ]] software package. It is '''parametric''', which means that you can always go back and change parameters and the entire design will update to match. This wiki page is in no way exhausting, therefore be sure to check out the help button in the top right of the Fusion 360
#Select line from the SKETCH drop down menu in the tool bar.
#Right click on a sketch to access the option wheel, then hover over sketch and then line with the mouse.
<p> Select the line tool and draw a simple line. By default, you can see that the units are millimeters. Additionally, the dimension box is highlighted so any number typed while making the line changes the dimension instantly. Type in "5 in" and see what happens. <br/> Fusion 360 interprets the inches as a unit of distance and converts it into millimeters. Although it is advised to use the metric system for ease of calculations, make sure you consider the tools you are using as well as any other software before making a definite decision on measurement units. Make a 100 mm x 100mm in square with these lines. Notice that the surface grid is also measured in mm. Also note that every left click creates a new line segment. To stop, either create a completed shape (denoted by an orange-colored fill) or right click and select Cancel on the option wheel. </p>
<p> If you started your square from the origin (0,0 on the sketch plane), you will notice that the two lines touching the origin are constrained (denoted by a black color). Conversely, the two lines not touching the origin are not constrained (denoted by a blue color). Constraints are characteristics of your sketch objects that limit movement and change. For example, if I give a line a vertical constraint, no further actions will change the orientation of that line. It will remain vertical. Logically, a sketch or shape is fully constrained when there can be no movement in the 2D space from further actions. Any attempt to move the sketch will move the entirety as long as it is not constrained to the origin. In order to learn the specifics of constraints (highly recommended) please visit the [[Constraints|Constraints Wikipage]].
== Other Sources ==
*[https://gallery.autodesk.com/fusion360/projects#filters=%5B%5D&sort=popularityDescending| Fusion 360 Online Gallery ]*[https://www.youtube.com/user/AutodeskFusion360| Fusion 360 Youtube Channel ]*[http://help.autodesk.com/view/fusion360/ENU/?page=support| Fusion 360 FAQ Learning and Support ]*[http://help.autodesk.com/view/fusion360/ENU/| Learning Fusion 360 in 60 Minutes ]
