How to Rotate Multiline Text in AutoCAD?

Steps to Rotate Multiline Text in AutoCAD

Rotating multiline text (MText) in AutoCAD can be essential for ensuring your drawing remains clear and legible, especially when working with angled dimensions or complex layouts. Below are detailed steps on how to effectively rotate multiline text.

Selecting the Text

1. Open Your Drawing:
   Begin by launching AutoCAD and opening the drawing containing the multiline text you wish to rotate.

2. Select the MText:
   Click on the multiline text entity you want to rotate. Ensure that it is highlighted, indicating that it is selected.

Accessing the Properties Palette

1. Properties Palette Activation:
   If the Properties palette is not already open, press CTRL + 1 or locate it in the ribbon to access the Properties panel. This panel provides various attributes of the selected object, including rotation settings.

Modifying the Rotation

1. Locate the Rotation Field:
   In the Properties palette, scroll down to find the option labeled "Rotation" under the "Text" section.

2. Input the Desired Angle:
   Click into the rotation field and enter the new rotation angle in degrees. Positive values rotate the text counterclockwise, while negative values rotate it clockwise.

3. Apply the Changes:
   Hit Enter to apply the rotation. The text should now appear at the specified angle.

Manual Rotation Alternative

For those who prefer direct manipulation, follow these steps:

1. Activate the Rotate Tool:
   On the Home tab, look for the “Modify” panel. Click on the "Rotate" tool, which may be represented by an icon of a circular arrow.

2. Select the Text Again:
   With the Rotate tool activated, click on the multiline text again if prompted to select it.

3. Specify the Base Point:
   Click to define a base point around which the text will rotate. This is often the center of the text, but you can choose any convenient point.

4. Enter the Rotation Angle:
   When prompted, type the desired rotation angle and press Enter. The multiline text will now rotate based on your specifications.

Final Adjustments

After performing the rotation, you might want to make sure the text is aligned properly with other drawing elements. Use the Move tool if adjustments are necessary to best fit the text within your layout.

FAQ

1. What happens if I rotate my text and it becomes unreadable?
   If the text is rotated to an angle that makes it difficult to read, you can easily revert the rotation using the Properties palette or by undoing your last command with CTRL + Z.

2. Can I rotate multiple pieces of text at once in AutoCAD?
   Yes, you can select multiple text entities by holding down the Shift key while selecting, then follow the same rotation steps to apply changes to all selected texts simultaneously.

3. Why is my text still mirrored after rotation?
   If your text appears mirrored even after rotation, check the setting for "MirrText." Type MirrText in the command line and set it to 0 to ensure text mirrors correctly according to your operations.