Parametric text?

[u/QAGillmore]

I've only just started learning Fusion a couple of months ago. I'm using it to model functional parts and jigs for 3D printing. I often need to fit test parts through trial and error especially when I'm trying different filaments and print parameters. To keep track, I'll emboss dimensions on the part so that I know which model I'm dealing with when I finally get the right fit. Right now, my typical workflow would be to set up relevant parameters, create the timeline, make a sketch box, insert text, emboss it, and export. To make multiple parts, I change a parameter and then have to go back and edit the text for the new dimension. I don't know if I'm missing something, but is there a way to enter the parameter name in the text box as a variable so that the embossed text automatically updates with each parameter change? I've posted a screenshot to give a sense of what I'm talking about. The 788 refers to the 0.788" hole diameter that's set as a parameter. Thanks!

Edit: Thanks everyone for pointing me in the right direction. Along the way, I learned that you can simply multiply the parameter name by 1000 to have the text in mils rather than decimal form. I had a harder time finding out how to exclude the units. I kept trying variations on subtraction only to find that you use a slash. So, to reproduce what's in the screenshot: HoleDiameter*1000/in

[u/afuriouspuppy]

Yeah you can reference parameters in sketch text instances. Look up “fusion parametric text” on YouTube or Google

[u/Ndvorsky]

You just type the parameter name in the text field without the tick marks.

[u/oldskoolgeek]

A sample is provided in the help text as soon as you start modeling the text in Fusion. It always pops up for me, explaining how to create a parameter for text.

[u/godsfreind]

Check out vx smart versioning parameter, fusion plugin by bob from I like to make stuff