How to Label Features in AutoCAD 2017?

Understanding Labeling Features in AutoCAD 2025

Labeling features in AutoCAD is essential for creating informative and easily understandable drawings. This guide provides a detailed breakdown of how to effectively label various elements within AutoCAD 2025.

Creating Label Templates

1. Access the dbConnect Manager:
   Open the Tools menu and select Palettes, then choose dbConnect from the submenu.

2. Initiate a New Template:
   In the dbConnect Manager interface, locate and click on the New Label Template button.

3. Select Database Objects:
   A dialog box will prompt you to choose a database object. Select the appropriate link template and click Continue.

4. Name Your Template:
   Input a suitable name for your new label template to facilitate future identification.

5. Open Label Template Dialog:
   Click Continue to open the Label Template dialog box, where you can customize your label further.

Adding Labels to Polylines

1. Navigate to the Annotate Tab:
   Click on the Annotate tab located on the main ribbon.

2. Access Label Options:
   In the Labels & Tables panel, find the Add Labels menu. From this option, select Line and Curve, then opt for Add Line and Curve Labels.

3. Configure Features and Types:
   In the Add Labels dialog box, choose ‘Line and Curve’ under Feature. Decide between Single Segment or Multiple Segment labels, depending on your needs. The Multiple Segment option will label all segments of the selected polyline.

4. Select and Apply:
   After setting your preferences, select the desired polyline and apply the labels as needed.

Adding General Notes

1. Initiate the MTEXT Command:
   To create general notes, type MTEXT in the command window or access the Multiline Text option from the Annotation panel.

2. Create a Text Box:
   You will be prompted to create a text box. Use two diagonal clicks to define the area for your text.

3. Enter Your Notes:
   Once the text box is created, input your notes directly into the box.

Creating Elevation Labels

1. Access Annotation Tools:
   Click on the Annotate tab and find the Tools panel labeled Annotation Tools.

2. Choose the Elevation Label Tool:
   From the selection available, pick the elevation label tool that fits your requirements.

3. Specify Insertion Point:
   Click to define where the elevation label will be placed in the drawing area.

4. Finalize Your Label:
   Press OK to complete the elevation label setup.

Labeling Distances

1. Open the Annotate Tab:
   Select the Annotate tab from the main ribbon.

2. Select Add Labels Menu:
   Locate the Labels & Tables panel and choose Add Labels, then Line and Curve, followed by Add Line and Curve Labels.

3. Define Features and Styles:
   In the dialog box, specify ‘Line and Curve’ under Feature and choose your Label Type—either Single Segment or Multiple Segment.

4. Confirm Styles and Apply:
   Select the appropriate label styles to use for your distance labeling, then apply them as necessary.

Labeling Blocks

1. Identify the Block:
   Determine the block you wish to label within your drawing.

2. Access the Label Tools:
   Use the appropriate labeling commands found in the Annotate tab.

3. Follow On-Screen Instructions:
   Carefully follow the prompts to apply labels to the selected block.

Labeling Contour Lines

1. Start with the Annotate Tab:
   Open the Annotate tab and navigate to Labels & Tables.

2. Select the Contour Label Option:
   From the Add Labels menu, choose Surface and then Contour – Multiple.

3. Choose Contours to Label:
   Click to specify the start and end points of the contour label line.

4. Apply the Labels:
   Press Enter to finalize the labeling of the contour lines.

FAQ

What tools do I need to label features in AutoCAD 2025?
You will primarily use tools from the Annotate tab, specifically the Labels & Tables panel, as well as dbConnect for creating label templates.

Can I customize my labels in AutoCAD?
Yes, you can customize your labels using the Label Template dialog box where you can define various styles and formats.

Is it possible to label multiple features at once?
Certainly! By selecting Multiple Segment labels or using tools designed for labeling groups of objects, you can efficiently label several features simultaneously.