Create a text object
Use the text tool to draw a text object to use for labels or instructions on the display.
To create a text object
- In the Graphics Display editor, select Objects > Drawing > Text or click
.on the toolbar.
- Press the mouse button, drag the mouse diagonally to draw the object to the desired size, and release the button.
The Text Properties dialog box opens.
- Enter the text and specify the options.
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- To move the cursor to the next line of text, press Enter.
- To use an embedded variable in the text, click Insert Variable.
- To create another text object, move to an empty spot in the drawing area, click and drag to create another text object.
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- Click OK.
See also
Drawing objects
Set up general properties for a text object
Options on the General tab of the Text Properties dialog box
Embed a variable in a text object
Keywords: text