How to Edit Text Size in AutoCAD 2017?

Understanding Text Size Adjustment in AutoCAD 2017

Editing text size in AutoCAD is essential for clarity and presentation in your drawings. Here’s how to effectively change the text size using the various features available in AutoCAD 2017.

Steps to Adjust Text Size in AutoCAD 2017

Accessing the Text Style Settings

1. Open your AutoCAD drawing.
2. Navigate to the Home tab.
3. Locate the Annotation panel and click on Text Style (you may also simply type STYLE in the command line and press Enter).

Modifying Text Style

1. In the Text Style dialog box that appears, you’ll see a list of existing styles. Select the style you wish to modify.
2. To create a new text style, click on the New button and enter a descriptive name for your new style. This can be useful for differentiating various text styles based on your project needs.

Changing Font and Size

1. Under the Font section, choose the desired font type from the Font Name dropdown.
2. Specify the text height in the Height field. This value is in drawing units, so ensure it aligns with your project’s scale.
3. If you wish to apply further adjustments, you can set the Oblique angle and Character spacing as needed.

Applying Changes

1. Once your adjustments are made, click on Apply to confirm the changes.
2. A prompt may appear asking if you wish to update existing text that uses this style. Confirm this if applicable.
3. Finally, close the dialog by clicking Close.

Additional Methods to Change Text Size

Using Dimension Style for Text

1. Click on the Home tab and go to the Annotation panel.
2. Select Dimension Style (or type DIMSTYLE).
3. In the Dimension Style Manager, identify the dimension style you want to change and select it.
4. Click on the Modify button, then navigate to the Text tab in the Modify Dimension Style dialog.
5. Under the Text Appearance section, choose a text style and set the text height as needed.
6. Click OK to apply the changes.

Verifying Your Changes

To ensure that the new text size is functioning as expected:

1. Use the zoom feature (use command Z and select A for Zoom All) to adjust your view of the drawing.
2. Review the updated text in your document, ensuring clarity and visibility within your scale.

FAQ Section

1. Can I change the text size of an individual text object without changing the style?
Yes, you can select the individual text object, right-click, and choose Properties to modify its text height and other properties directly.

2. What happens to existing text if I change the text style?
When you update a text style, existing text that uses that style will automatically update to reflect the new settings if you confirm the prompt during the modification process.

3. Is it possible to set a default text size for all new text objects in AutoCAD?
Absolutely. You can set a default text style with your preferred size and make it the current style. New text created thereafter will adopt this default style.