fusion_get_units
Return the default length unit from the active Autodesk Fusion 360 document.
Instructions
Get the document's default length unit.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No arguments | |||
Return the default length unit from the active Autodesk Fusion 360 document.
Get the document's default length unit.
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
No arguments | |||
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The description 'Get the document's default length unit' clearly specifies the action (get) and resource (document's default length unit), distinguishing it from sibling tools like fusion_set_units.
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No guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives (e.g., fusion_set_units). Missing context about when getting units is appropriate.
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