# Calibrate Underlay

## Calibrate an Underlay

To calibrate an underlay, click ‘Calibrate Drawing’ in the drawing space ribbon. Left-click to mark the starting point, then hold and drag to the endpoint. Left-click again and then enter the known length in your preferred unit and click ‘Calibrate’ to set the scale.

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