How To Make Text Bold In AutoCAD?

Understanding Text Formatting in AutoCAD

Making text bold in AutoCAD enhances its visibility and importance in your designs. The process varies slightly depending on whether you are using single line text (DTEXT) or multiline text (MTEXT). This guide provides a detailed step-by-step approach to bold text in AutoCAD 2025.

Changing Text to Bold

For Multiline Text (MTEXT)

1. Create or Select MTEXT:

   • Begin by selecting the existing MTEXT object or create a new MTEXT by using the MTEXT command followed by defining a text box.

2. Access the Text Editor:

   • Once your text is selected, right-click the text and choose “Edit” from the context menu. This opens the In-Place Text Editor.

3. Highlight the Text:

   • Within the text editor, select the portion of text you wish to make bold. You can indicate all text if required.

4. Apply Bold Formatting:

   • On the formatting toolbar within the text editor, click the ‘Bold’ icon (often represented as a “B”). This action will convert your selected text to bold.

5. Finish Editing:

   • When you have applied the formatting, click outside the text box or press the “Close Text Editor” button to finalize your changes.

For Single Line Text (DTEXT)

1. Create or Select DTEXT:

   • Use the TEXT command to create new single-line text or select an existing DTEXT object by clicking on it.

2. Open Text Style Manager:

   • Type the command STYLE in the command line and hit Enter. This will bring up the Text Style Manager.

3. Modify or Create a New Text Style:

   • If you want to modify an existing style, select it, or click ‘New’ to create a new text style.

4. Set Font Style to Bold:

   • In the Font Section of the dialog box, choose ‘Bold’ from the style options if available. Alternatively, you can choose a bold font from the Font Name drop-down list.

5. Apply and Close:

   • After making changes, click “Apply” and then “Close.” Your selected DTEXT will now reflect the bold formatting based on the text style applied.

Tips for Effective Bold Text Usage

• Contrast and Size: Ensure the bold text contrasts well with the background to enhance readability. Adjusting the text size may also help it stand out further.

• Use Sparingly: Overusing bold text can lead to clutter. Reserve it for key headings or significant annotations.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I make only certain words in a sentence bold in AutoCAD?
Yes, when using MTEXT, you can selectively highlight words to apply bold formatting while leaving the rest of the text unchanged.

2. What if the font I want isn’t bold?
If the desired font does not offer a bold option, consider choosing a different font that includes bold formatting or use the Text Style Manager to adjust the font style accordingly.

3. Will making text bold affect the overall design of my drawing?
Bold text can draw attention and make certain elements more prominent, so it’s important to balance its use in the context of your overall design.