Understanding Draftsight’s Symbol Insertion
To effectively work with Draftsight, knowing how to insert various symbols is crucial for creating accurate and professional drawings. Symbols enhance clarity in technical documents and facilitate better communication of ideas. This guide will provide a comprehensive overview of how to insert a range of symbols in Draftsight, focusing on key types such as the diameter symbol, arrows, and other essential characters.
Inserting a Diameter Symbol in Draftsight
Start by navigating to the Dimension menu. You can do this by clicking on "Dimension" located in the toolbar at the top of the interface.
From the dropdown options, choose “Tolerance” or type “Tolerance” directly into the command line to prompt the tolerance settings dialog.
In the dialog box that appears, you will find lists for selecting geometric characteristics and material conditions. Look for the section dedicated to symbols.
Among the available options, select “Diameter.” Activating this feature will enable the diameter symbol (Ø) to appear wherever necessary in your drawings.
- Position your cursor in the desired location on your drawing, click, and the diameter symbol will be inserted accordingly.
Adding Arrows in Draftsight
Begin the insertion by typing “Leader” into the command prompt or selecting it from the tool palette.
Identify and click on the starting point of your leader in the graphics window. By default, this will create an arrowhead at the starting position.
Move your cursor to the next point where you want the leader line to extend. You can add additional points if you wish to create a longer leader.
If you want to include text along the leader line, choose the option “Note” to enter any relevant information.
- Confirm your selection by pressing the Enter key to finalize the leader arrow insertion.
Utilizing Symbols in Text in Draftsight
When you are in a text editing situation, use the In-Place Text Editor found in Draftsight.
Right-click within the text editor window to access the context menu, and from there, choose “Symbol.”
Upon selecting the symbol option, an expanded toolbar will appear. You can use it to insert specific symbols directly into your text.
Alternatively, if you prefer using character codes, copy and paste from the Character Map available in Windows, or you can type the Unicode or Alt codes for the desired symbols. Ensure to prepend any Unicode string with a backslash.
- After inserting the required symbols, review the text to ensure everything displays correctly, then finalize your edits.
Inserting Elevation Symbols in Draftsight
Go to the “Insert” tab located in the upper menu bar.
Click on the "Content" panel, then select the drop-down option titled “Design Center.”
This will open the AEC Content tab. In the left pane, look for the section labeled “Documentation” and expand it to find “Elevation Labels.”
From the available options, click on the specific elevation mark you want to use.
- Drag and drop the selected elevation label into your drawing area at the desired spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
What commands are used to access symbols in Draftsight?
The commands for accessing symbols in Draftsight typically involve using the "Dimension" menu for tolerance symbols or the “Leader” command to create leader arrows.Can I customize my symbols in Draftsight?
Yes, symbols can be customized. Users can adjust symbol settings, including size and style, to meet specific project requirements.- What is the significance of using symbols in technical drawings?
Symbols improve clarity and understanding within technical drawings. They convey specific meanings quickly, making it easier for others to interpret the designs accurately.
