Architectural drafters are usually expected to place dimensions to the CAD standards established by the firm.

Minor errors in dimensioning on an architectural drawing can result in major construction problems on the job site.

Architectural dimensioning usually relies on tick marks or dots rather than arrow points.

Dimensioning to the edges of doors and windows is the preferred method by most architectural drafters.

Text and dimensions are aligned on the drawing so they can be easily read from the bottom and right side of the sheet.