In this tutorial, we will learn how to dissolve a sketch text in SolidWorks. Dissolving a sketch text is a useful technique when you want to convert the text into individual sketch entities that can be further modified or used for other operations.
Step 1: Open SolidWorks and create a new part or open an existing part where you have already created a sketch with text.
Step 2: Select the sketch that contains the text you want to dissolve. You can either click on the sketch directly in the graphics area or select it from the FeatureManager Design Tree.
Step 3: Once the sketch is selected, right-click on it and choose “Edit Sketch” from the context menu. This will open the sketch in editing mode.
Step 4: In the sketch editing mode, locate the “Dissolve Sketch Text” tool. It can be found under Tools > Sketch Tools > Dissolve Sketch Text. Click on this tool to dissolve the text.
Note: If you cannot find this tool in your version of SolidWorks, it might not be available. Check for alternative methods or consider upgrading your software.
Step 5: After clicking on the “Dissolve Sketch Text” tool, SolidWorks will prompt you with a message confirming that you want to dissolve the selected text. Click “Yes” to proceed.
Step 6: Once the text is dissolved, each character of the original text will become separate sketch entities. You can verify this by selecting individual characters using selection filters or by activating tools that require selecting individual entities, such as Trim or Offset.
Tips:
- If you have multiple sketches with text in your part, make sure to select and dissolve each one separately.
- If you want to modify or move specific characters after dissolving the text, use the appropriate sketch editing tools such as Move Entities or Edit Sketch to make the desired changes.
- Remember that dissolving a sketch text removes any association with the original font or size. You can change the appearance of individual characters by selecting and modifying them individually.
Conclusion
Dissolving a sketch text in SolidWorks allows you to convert the text into individual sketch entities for further modification or use in different operations. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, you can easily dissolve sketch text and gain more control over your designs.