Power Tip: Understanding Text: Get To The Point

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Most software involves working with text in one way or another, but each platform has its own distinct processes and intricacies. CAD is no exception. Understanding a few finer points will make your life much easier when using text in CAD. We'll answer some common questions about how CAD calculates text height, provide an overview of the Text Manager, and show how Land F/X allows you to save and organize Text Styles.