How to use a black dot symbol with the bone tool

I have read about being able to add a small round dot symbol when using the bone tool to make additional conections to the symbol, but I can't find any instructions on how to actually do it.
Can anyone please advise on where I might find instructions on how this is done?
Thanks.

Hi David.
Option 2:
Select the Line Segment Tool (shortcut "\"). Click on the origin point. The dialog box should open. Specify the length. Apply a stroke with round caps. Adjust stroke width and color to taste.
Hope this helps.
Peace,
Lee

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