How can you apply a dimension to a specific feature in a drawing?

Applying a dimension to a specific feature in a drawing is effectively accomplished by using the dimension tool to select edges or points. This method allows users to precisely indicate the measurement directly on the drawing, ensuring that the dimension corresponds to the physical geometry of the feature being represented.

When you click on the dimension tool, you can easily click on the specific edges or points that you want to dimension. This immediate interaction with the drawing ensures that the dimensions are accurately connected to the features they describe, providing clarity and precision in the documentation process.

The other methods described, such as adding dimensions through right-clicking or using a smart dimension option, may offer helpful shortcuts but do not emphasize the direct selection of the geometry which is critical for accuracy in engineering drawings. Moreover, the notion that dimensioning can only be applied in 3D models is misleading, as dimensioning is a fundamental aspect of 2D drawings as well, underlining the importance of understanding both aspects in the SolidWorks environment.