Use Get Length 
to measure the distance between any two points on the canvas. For example, use it to obtain the width of a design, or the distance between two sections.
Note: The length is shown in millimeters or inches, according to the setting for Show Measurements in Preferences. The alternative units are shown in parentheses.
To Select Get Length
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In the View Tab
of the Design Panel 
, click the Get Length 
button. -
Choose View > Get Length.
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Press ⌘L
Measure a Design with Get Length
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Open a design.
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In the View Tab
of the Design Panel 
, click the Get Length 
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Alternatively, choose View > Get Length, or press ⌘L.
The pointer changes to the measure pointer
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Drag across the part of the design you want to measure.
A line will show the length you are measuring, and a tooltip displays the distance. -
If desired, make a note of the number.
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Drag to measure any other distances, as required.
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Control–click, and choose "Finish Get Length" to deselect the function.
