Inserting Text into a RockPlot2D Image

RockPlot2D | Draw | Point Types | Text

Use the Text menu command or toolbar button to insert a text label into an existing RockPlot2D image. This text can be comprised of multiple words, but will lie on a single line (e.g. it will not wrap).

Step-by-Step Summary

1. Select the Draw | Point Types | Text menu item, or click on the Draw | Text button at the top of the screen .
   The Text button is available in the Draw | Point Types drop-down menu.

   

   The program will be in "Draw Text" mode, as noted at the bottom of the screen.

2. Position the pointer in the graphic window where one corner if the text label is to be located, and click and hold down the left mouse button.
   
3. Drag the cursor diagonally, to draw a rectangular space where the text will be placed.
   
4. When you release the mouse button, the program will display the Text Atttibutes window.
   
5. In the Caption field, type in the text to be displayed on the map or diagram. This text will occupy a single line only (no wrapping) so be mindful of the length of the text you enter.
   
6. Establish any other text characteristics that you wish, and click OK to place the text.
   
7. To turn off the Draw Text mode, click the Draw Text X button at the bottom of the window, or press the Shift+Escape keys, or click the arrow button .
   
8. To edit the text characteristics (caption, color, fill, etc.),
   • Click the Edit button at the top of the window
   • Double-click on the text, or right-click on it and choose Properties.
   • Adjust the text settings.  See Text Attributes for information.
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See Also

• Editing RockPlot2D Graphics
• Using Undo
• The ReportWorks Window
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