In AutoCAD, writing letters can be done using the Text command. The Text command allows you to add annotations and notes to your drawings. Whether you want to add dimensions, labels, or any other text-based information, AutoCAD provides a variety of options to customize your letters.
Adding Text
To add text in AutoCAD, you can use the TEXT command or the MTEXT command. The TEXT command is used for single-line text, while the MTEXT command is used for multiline text.
Using the TEXT Command
To use the TEXT command, follow these steps:
Step 1: Type “TEXT” in the command line and press Enter.
Step 2: Specify the insertion point for your text by clicking on a point in your drawing area.
Step 3: Enter the desired text in the command line and press Enter.
For example, if you want to write “Hello” using the TEXT command, you would type “TEXT” in the command line and press Enter. Then click on a point in your drawing area as the insertion point. Finally, enter “Hello” in the command line and press Enter.
Using the MTEXT Command
To use the MTEXT command, follow these steps:
Step 1: Type “MTEXT” in the command line and press Enter.
Step 2: Specify two points to define a rectangular boundary for your text by clicking on two points in your drawing area.
Step 3: Type or paste your desired text within the defined boundary.
For example, if you want to write a paragraph using the MTEXT command, you would type “MTEXT” in the command line and press Enter. Then click on two points in your drawing area to define a rectangular boundary for your text. Finally, type or paste your desired text within the defined boundary.
Customizing Text
AutoCAD provides several options to customize your text. You can change the font, size, style, color, and other properties of your letters.
Changing Text Properties
To change the properties of your text, follow these steps:
Step 1: Select the text you want to modify by clicking on it.
Step 2: In the Properties Palette, modify the desired properties such as font, size, style, color, etc.
For example, if you want to change the font of a selected text to Arial and increase its size to 12 units, you would select the text by clicking on it. Then in the Properties Palette, choose Arial as the font and set the size to 12 units.
Formatting Text
AutoCAD allows you to format your text using HTML-like tags called codes. These codes are added within curly braces {} and can be used to apply various formatting options such as bold and underline.
Bold Text: To make a part of your text bold, use “{\\fBold}”. For example: {\\fArial|b0|i0|c0|p34;This is bold text}.
Underline Text: To underline a part of your text, use “{\\L}”. For example: {\\FVerdana|p34;This is {\\Lunderline}text}.
Conclusion
Writing letters in AutoCAD is a straightforward process using the Text and MTEXT commands. By customizing the properties and formatting of your text, you can create visually appealing annotations and notes.
Remember to experiment with different fonts, sizes, styles, and colors to achieve the desired look for your letters. So go ahead and start adding informative and engaging text to your AutoCAD drawings!