How To Do Bold Text In AutoCAD?

Methods for Bold Text in AutoCAD

Creating bold text in AutoCAD is essential for emphasizing specific information in drawings. There are different approaches to achieve this effect, whether you are working with single-line text (TEXT) or multi-line text (MTEXT).

Using Text Styles to Create Bold Text

To start, define or modify a text style that includes a bold font. Here’s how:

1. Type STYLE in the command line and press Enter.
2. In the Text Style Manager dialog, click New to create a new style, or select an existing one to modify.
3. Provide a name for your style, and under the Font Name dropdown, select a bold font (e.g., Arial Bold).
4. Set the height to 0 if you want the text height to be controlled by the dimension settings.
5. Click Apply and then Close the dialog.

Now, when you use this text style in your drawings, the text will appear bold.

Applying Bold Formatting in Multi-Line Text (MTEXT)

For multi-line text, you can apply bold formatting directly using the following steps:

1. Create or select an MTEXT object by using the MTEXT command.
2. Once the In-Place Text Editor appears, highlight the text you wish to make bold.
3. In the text editor toolbar, click the B icon to bold the selected text.
4. Click outside of the text editor to save your changes.

This method allows you to emphasize specific portions of the text without changing the entire text style.

Using Properties Palette for Bold Text

Another way to manage bold text is through the Properties Palette. Follow these steps:

1. Select the text object you wish to edit.
2. Right-click and choose Properties from the context menu.
3. In the Properties Palette, find the Text Style section.
4. Change the style to the bold style you have created or selected earlier.

After making these changes, the text will reflect the bold formatting automatically.

Using Layer Properties for Bold Text Control

If you prefer to apply bold effects based on layers rather than individual text objects, follow this approach:

1. Access the Layer Properties by clicking the Layers panel on the Home tab.
2. Create a new layer or modify an existing layer.
3. In the Layer Properties Manager, set the desired line weight and properties to communicate the boldness visually.
4. Ensure the text objects are assigned to this layer to inherit its properties.

This method provides a more organized and systematic way to enforce bold formatting throughout your drawings.

FAQ

What font types can I use to ensure text appears bold in AutoCAD?

AutoCAD supports many font types. Popular choices include Arial Bold, Times New Roman Bold, and various TrueType fonts that have a bold variant. Choose a font that fits your project requirements and is installed on your system.

Can I change the text color while making text bold?

Yes, you can change the text color independently of the bold styling. Both can be modified in the Properties Palette or the Text Style settings.

Will text appear bold when printed?

The bold appearance will be maintained when printed, provided the chosen font is available on the printer and the print settings support the text styles being used.