How to Get Text Draftsight?

Adding Text in Draftsight

To incorporate text into your Draftsight drawings, multiple methods are available to fit various needs.

Importing Text from a File

1. Navigate to the menu and select the option for importing text.
2. Choose an ASCII text file with the appropriate .txt format to insert the text directly into your drawing area.

Combining Paragraphs

1. If you have multiple paragraphs that need to be unified, select the relevant text elements.
2. Use the combine function available in the text settings to merge them into one cohesive block.

Removing Existing Formatting

1. When editing text, you may find that existing formatting is not suitable.
2. Select the text and choose the option to strip away any formatting. This will revert the text to basic style, allowing you to apply new formatting as needed.

Using Paste Special

1. If you have copied text from another source, utilize the Paste Special feature.
2. This allows for enhanced control over how the text pastes into your document, ensuring compatibility and formatting adherence.

Exploding Text in Draftsight

To convert annotated text into individual graphic elements for further manipulation, use the ExplodeText command.

1. Type ExplodeText in the command line, then press Enter.
2. Click on the text object you wish to explode.
3. The text will be transformed into closed Polylines, enabling you to edit or alter them visually.

Editing Text in Draftsight

Adjusting text within your drawings is straightforward.

1. Access the Modify menu and select the Entity option, then choose Annotation or simply enter EditAnnotation in the command prompt.
2. Click on the text object you want to change.
3. Depending on the type of text selected, a dialog box specific to that annotation type will appear, allowing you to input your changes effectively.

Drawing Letters in Draftsight

Drawing letters as part of your design can be done using graphic tools.

1. Access the text drawing tool via the toolbar.
2. Click to place your text in the drawing area, then adjust the size and font as required through the properties menu.

Changing Text Height in Draftsight

To customize the text height across your entire drawing:

1. Go to the Manage tab and select Options.
2. Under Drafting Styles, navigate to Dimension settings.
3. Find the Text settings and input your desired height in the Height field, confirming with OK.

FAQ

How can I convert standard text to Mtext in Draftsight?
To convert standard text to Mtext, first select the text, then use the appropriate command or menu option that allows for conversion.

What steps should I take to change the default font in Draftsight?
Access the text styles through the Annotation panel, locate the default font settings, and choose a new font to set it as your default.

Is it possible to modify text dimensions after I’ve created them?
Yes, you can modify text dimensions at any time by selecting the text and adjusting its properties in the appropriate dialog or properties panel.