straightedge , auch: straight edge

It is possible to do them with straightedge alone given one circle and its center.

It is not, however, possible to do all constructions using only a straightedge.

Measure carefully and use a straightedge to mark the cutting line.

Test it with a straightedge, as described, and mark any bulging area.

If not, use a straightedge and razor to cut it off before hanging the paper.

This construction must be performed only by means of compass and straightedge.

It's as though it were all drawn with straightedge and French curve.

Most of the time I just use the old handy straightedge chisel.

Use a metal ruler or carpenter's level as a straightedge, the longer the better.

After tiling an area, place a straightedge on it to find high tiles.

The corners are done with a simple straightedge or miter.

A square root can be constructed with a compass and straightedge.

This construction is possible using a straightedge with two marks on it and a compass.

Clamp a straightedge in position to guide the saw then trim the door to size.

How to construct a regular pentagon with only a compass and straightedge.

Connect the two points by drawing a line on the tape using a pencil and straightedge.

Use a straightedge and sharp razor to the cut the next drop to this width.

First, however, score along the cutting lines with a straightedge and utility knife.

A straightedge is also used to help draw accurate graphs and tables.

It is possible to prove compass equivalence without the use of the straightedge.

One reason was their interest in geometric constructions, going beyond compass and straightedge.

According to the straightedge, the protractor, the compass, they're all perfect.

Use a carpenter's level as a straightedge, and make marks representing each end of the cabinet.

As if somebody had reached down with a straightedge and scoured a deep dark cut into these hot rocks.

"Yeah," he said, drawing a line against the straightedge.