Draftsight Can’t Change Dimension Text Size?

Understanding Dimension Text Size in Draftsight

Many users encounter issues when trying to adjust the size of dimension text in Draftsight, leading to frustration in their drafting projects. Here’s a detailed guide on how to effectively change dimension text size, troubleshoot common problems, and ensure you have the appropriate settings for your needs.

Step-by-Step Guide to Change Dimension Text Size in Draftsight

Step 1: Access the Dimension Menu

• Open Draftsight and navigate to the Home tab located in the Ribbon interface.
• Locate and click on the Dimension menu to reveal its options.

Step 2: Select the Appropriate Dimension Type

• Choose the type of dimension you wish to modify, such as Linear, Diameter, or Angular. For instance, if you want to adjust a diameter dimension, select the Diameter option.

Step 3: Check Existing Settings

• If you notice that the dimension text appears smaller than preferred, check its current settings. Look at the Dimension Style settings. You may find that the text size is set too low for your drawing scale.

Step 4: Modify Dimension Style

• Navigate to the “Dimension Style Manager” by typing DIMSTYLE in the command prompt or accessing it through the Format menu.
• In the Dimension Style Manager, select the style you are using and click on the Modify button to open the settings.

Step 5: Adjust Text Height

• Within the Modify Dimension Style dialog box, go to the Text tab.
• Here, you can specify a new value for the Text Height. Ensure this value is appropriate for your scale, typically around 3mm or 1/8 inch for standard applications.
• After adjusting the height, click OK to apply the changes.

Step 6: Update Dimensions

• After modifying your dimension style, you may need to update existing dimensions. Select them in your drawing and use the command DIMREGEN to refresh their appearance based on the new settings.

Troubleshooting Dimension Text Issues

Dimension text is still too small or not changing as expected?

• Ensure the dimension style you modified is the one applied to your current dimensions. If a different style is being used, apply the correct one to all necessary dimensions.

Text Height Appears Greyed Out?

• This may occur if the dimension style is set to use a fixed height. Return to the Text tab in the Modify Dimension Style dialog and check the current text style settings. If needed, create a new text style that doesn’t have a fixed height.

Not Seeing Changes Immediately?

• Remember that changes in dimension style may not reflect until you regenerate the dimensions. Utilize the DIMREGEN command after making changes to ensure everything updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Why isn’t my dimension text reflecting the changes I made?
It’s possible you’re working with a different dimension style than the one you modified. Ensure your dimensions are using the appropriate style and try regenerating the dimensions.

2. How do I reset dimensions back to default settings in Draftsight?
To reset dimensions, access the Dimension Style Manager, select the style, and choose the option to reset to default settings or manually revert changes made since the initial setup.

3. What should I do if dimensions continue to display incorrectly after adjusting text size?
If issues persist, check if there are scale factors set in the drawing that could affect how dimensions display. Additionally, consider restarting Draftsight to refresh the program settings.