In AutoCAD, making text vertical can be a useful technique to enhance the visual appeal of your drawings. Whether you want to rotate individual characters or an entire block of text, AutoCAD provides several methods to achieve this effect. In this tutorial, we will explore different ways to make text vertical in AutoCAD.
Method 1: Rotating individual characters
To rotate individual characters within a text string, follow these steps:
1. Select the text object by clicking on it. 2. Right-click and choose “Explode” from the context menu. This will convert the text object into individual lines and arcs. 3.
Select each character individually by clicking on them while holding down the Shift key. 4. Right-click and choose “Rotate” from the context menu. 5. Specify a base point for rotation by clicking on a reference point on the screen. 6. Enter the rotation angle in degrees or use the mouse to specify it visually.
By following these steps, you can rotate each character within a text string independently, giving it a vertical appearance.
Method 2: Creating vertical text with Text Style
Another way to make text vertical is by creating a new Text Style that has a rotation angle set to 90 degrees.
1. Type “STYLE” in the command line and press Enter. In the Text Style dialog box, click on the “New” button.
Give your new style a name (e.g., “VerticalText”) and set its properties as desired. Under the “Rotation” section, enter 90 in the “Rotation angle” field. Click OK to save your new Text Style.
Now you can use this Text Style for any new or existing text objects by selecting it from the style drop-down menu in the Properties palette.
Method 3: Using DTEXT command
The DTEXT command provides a quick way to create vertical text without the need for additional styles or rotations. Type “DTEXT” in the command line and press Enter. Specify the insertion point for your text.
3. In the “Text string” field, enter your desired text, making sure to press Enter after each line. Press Enter twice to exit the DTEXT command.
The text you entered will now appear vertically on your drawing.
Now that you have learned different methods to make text vertical in AutoCAD, let’s summarize what we have covered so far:
- Method 1: Rotating individual characters
- Method 2: Creating vertical text with Text Style
- Method 3: Using DTEXT command
Experiment with these techniques to find the one that suits your workflow best. Vertical text can add a unique touch to your AutoCAD drawings and help convey information more effectively.
Conclusion:
In this tutorial, we explored various methods to make text vertical in AutoCAD. By rotating individual characters, creating custom Text Styles, or using the DTEXT command, you can easily achieve this effect in your drawings. Remember to choose the method that best fits your requirements and enhances the visual impact of your designs.
Now it’s time for you to implement these techniques and unleash your creativity in AutoCAD!