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Understanding Text Options in AutoCAD

AutoCAD offers various methods to add text to your drawings, allowing you to convey information effectively and enhance the presentation of your designs. Mastering text in AutoCAD is crucial for any user aiming to create professional-grade documentation and layouts.

Types of Text in AutoCAD

AutoCAD supports two primary types of text: Single-Line Text (DTEXT) and Multiline Text (MTEXT). Single-Line Text is suitable for brief annotations, while Multiline Text is ideal for longer passages requiring paragraph formatting.

Using Single-Line Text (DTEXT)

To introduce single-line text into your drawing:

1. Initiate the command by typing TEXT or clicking on the Text icon in the Annotation panel.
2. Define the starting point in the drawing where you want the text to appear.
3. Specify the height for your text.
4. Select the angle of rotation if necessary.
5. Enter the text you’d like to display and press Enter.

Employing Multiline Text (MTEXT)

Add multiline text for larger blocks of information as follows:

1. Activate the command by typing MTEXT or selecting the Multiline Text icon.
2. Click and drag to create a text box that will contain your text.
3. Once the Text Editor appears, type your content. You can also format it using the options provided within the editor.
4. When finished, click outside the text box or select the close (X) button to exit the editor.

Creating and Modifying Text Styles

Text styles control the overall appearance of your text. To create a new text style:

1. Navigate to the Home tab, then to the Annotation panel, and select Text Style.
2. In the Text Style dialog box, click New and name your style.
3. Select the desired font from the Font Name dropdown menu.
4. Set the height, oblique angle, character spacing, and whether the style should be annotative.
5. Finish by clicking Apply and then Close.

Changing Existing Text Style

To update or change the style of existing text:

1. Go back to the Annotation panel and select Text Style.
2. Choose the text style you wish to modify from the list.
3. Adjust the settings within the dialog box as needed.
4. Click Apply to implement the changes.

Resizing Text

Updating the size of your text can ensure it fits well within your drawing:

1. Access the Drafting tab and click on the Text panel, then select Style.
2. Choose the text style to adjust, and specify a new height in the Height box.
3. Hit Apply and then Close to save your changes.

Common Text Commands in AutoCAD

Familiarize yourself with key text commands for efficiency:

• DTEXT: Creates single-line text.
• MTEXT: Generates multiline text.

FAQs

1. How do I remove text in AutoCAD?

Select the text item, then press the Delete key on your keyboard or use the Erase command.

2. How can I align text in AutoCAD?

Use the Align command or modify the alignment settings in the Properties panel after selecting the text object you want to align.

3. Are there any shortcuts for text commands in AutoCAD?

Yes, typing T for text or MT for multiline text directly into the command bar is a quick way to access the text tools.