Axes You can use an axis in creating sketch geometry or in a circular pattern. Contents Creating Reference Axes You can create a reference axis, also called a construction axis. Reference Axis PropertyManager The Axis PropertyManager appears when you create a new axis or edit an existing axis. Turning the Display of Axes On or Off Hiding or Showing an Individual Axis Displaying Temporary Axes Every cylindrical and conical face has an axis. Temporary axes are those created implicitly by cones and cylinders in the model. You can set the default to either hide or show all temporary axes. Parent topicReference Geometry Selecting Reference Geometry Planes Center of Mass Points Coordinate Systems Conversion of Sketch Lines to Construction Geometry Reference Points Updating Reference Geometry in Document Templates Grid System Bounding Boxes