How Do I Add and Edit Text in AutoCAD?

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AutoCAD is a powerful software used for creating 2D and 3D designs. One of the fundamental tasks in AutoCAD is adding and editing text. In this tutorial, we will explore various methods to accomplish this.

Adding Text

To add text in AutoCAD, you can use the TEXT command or the MTEXT command. Let’s start with the TEXT command:

  1. Type “TEXT” on the command line and press Enter.
  2. Select a point in your drawing where you want to place the text.
  3. In the command prompt, specify the height, rotation angle, and justification for the text. For example, you can enter “H=3′” for a height of 3 units, “R=0” for no rotation, and “J=C” for center justification.
  4. Type the desired text and press Enter to finish.

If you prefer using the MTEXT command instead:

  1. Type “MTEXT” on the command line and press Enter.
  2. Select a point to define the first corner of your text box.
  3. Select another point to define the opposite corner of your text box.
  4. Inside the text editor window that appears, type your desired text.
  5. To exit the editor and save changes, press Esc twice or click outside of the editor window.

Edit Text Properties

Once you have added text in AutoCAD, you may need to edit its properties. To do this, follow these steps:

  1. Select the text object by clicking on it.
  2. Right-click and choose “Properties” from the context menu.
  3. In the properties palette, you can modify various text properties such as height, font, style, color, and more.
  4. Make the desired changes and click outside of the properties palette to apply them.

Formatting Text

AutoCAD provides several options for formatting text. You can use HTML-like codes within the text to achieve formatting effects. Here are some examples:

  • <b>Bold Text</b>: Surround your text with <b> tags to make it bold.
  • <u>Underlined Text</u>: Surround your text with <u> tags to underline it.
  • <i>Italicized Text</i>: Surround your text with <i> tags to make it italic.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we learned how to add and edit text in AutoCAD using the TEXT and MTEXT commands. We also explored how to modify text properties and format the text using HTML-like codes. With these techniques, you can effectively incorporate textual information into your AutoCAD designs.

Remember to practice adding and editing text in different scenarios to become proficient in this essential skill. Happy designing!