Foreshorten

In the context of computer-aided design (CAD), specifically within , "foreshorten" refers to a technique used in engineering drawings to represent dimensions when an object's geometry—such as a radius or a linear edge—extends beyond the boundaries of a drawing view or interferes with other elements. SolidWorks Foreshortening Overview

Foreshortening allows for clear documentation of large features in limited space by using "zigzag" symbols or shortened dimension lines. foreshorten

If a dimension is not automatically foreshortened, you can apply it manually: In the context of computer-aided design (CAD), specifically