Editing Text in MicroStation: A Comprehensive Guide
Accessing the Text Editing Tools
To start editing text within MicroStation, utilize the Element Selection tool to identify the text you wish to modify. Once selected, simply perform a double-click on the text element. This action will activate the Edit Text tool, allowing you to make changes directly to the text content.
Adjusting Font Size
If you need to change the font size of text, follow these steps:
1. Open the Text toolbar by navigating through the main menu: Select Tools, then Main, followed by Text.
2. Click on the Edit Text icon on the toolbar.
3. Click to select the specific text element whose size you wish to alter.
4. Within the Edit Text dialog, look for the size adjustment options. You can increase or decrease the font size as desired.
5. Confirm your changes and save.
Changing the Default Font
To set or change the default font for all text in your MicroStation project, proceed with the following steps:
1. Open the Font Installer dialog, typically found in the settings menu.
2. Your current default font appears at the top of the list, indicated with an asterisk.
3. Create a new font resource file if a different font is required as default.
4. Copy your chosen font from the original resource library into the newly created font file.
5. Save your changes. The new font will now be set as the default.
Modifying Text Color
To change the color of the text in your design, use the following method:
1. Access the Text Styles dialog from the main interface.
2. In the dialog, you will find icons that allow you to modify various attributes of text styles, including color.
3. Select the text element to which you want to apply the color change, and choose the new color from the available options.
4. Once you’ve selected the desired color, apply it to your text and save the changes.
Editing Text Nodes
Text nodes are used for multi-line text. Here’s how to edit a text node:
1. Navigate to the Drawing menu and enable the option for “Text Nodes” in the View Attributes.
2. Select the text node you want to edit, either by double-clicking or by activating the Edit Text tool and choosing the node.
3. The Text Editor will appear; enter your new text or modify the existing content as needed.
4. Finalize your edits and place the updated text in the view.
Changing Unit Format Settings
To change the format of units used in your document, follow these steps:
1. Go to the main menu and select Settings.
2. Find and click on Design File settings.
3. In the Design File settings dialog, select the “Working units” entry located on the left.
4. From here, you can adjust both the master and sub units to your preferred settings.
Working with Multiple Text Sizes
If you want to modify multiple text sizes simultaneously, follow these steps:
1. Use the Select by Attributes function to identify all desired text elements.
2. Ensure that you select both Text and Text Nodes, and then execute the selection.
3. Once highlighted, set the desired attributes such as Height, Width, and Line Spacing while maintaining the original Justification.
4. Apply these changes to uniformly update the text sizes across your selection.
FAQs
Can I revert changes made to text in MicroStation?
Yes, MicroStation has an Undo feature that allows you to revert recent changes. Simply use the Ctrl + Z shortcut or select the Undo option from the Edit menu.
How can I ensure my text appears properly in other projects?
To ensure proper appearance, use the same font and text styles when transferring designs between projects, and verify that the fonts are installed on the target system.
In which formats can I export text from MicroStation?
Text in MicroStation can typically be exported in various formats, including DGN, DWG, and PDF, depending on your project needs and output settings. Be sure to check the options during the export process.
