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Axis

Axis
is a symbol that represents the axis for purposes of alignment and positioning.
  • Typical interpretations of axis include: the displayed axis of a plot, the position of constructs like fraction bars in mathematical expressions, and the center of a font character.
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Basic Examples   (3)
Align the axis of a graphic with the baseline of text:
Align the center of the grid with the axis of text:
Fill to the x axis:
Align the axis of a graphic with the baseline of text:
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Align the center of the grid with the axis of text:
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Fill to the x axis:
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Scope   (2)
Fill to the x axis:
Fill to the xy plane at z=0:
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