: Select a plane (e.g., Front Plane) and start a new sketch.
: Go to Tools > Sketch Entities > Text or use the Sketch toolbar. SS-Ang-007_v.7z.002
For users in , you have two primary options for drafting text: : Select a plane (e
: Ensure your text sketch is fully defined using the Fully Define Sketch tool in the PropertyManager to prevent accidental movement during further design steps. SolidWorks Text tutorial | Text in Solidowkrs SolidWorks Text tutorial | Text in Solidowkrs :
: Type your desired text into the PropertyManager.
: Uncheck "Use document font" to manually adjust the font, style (bold/italic), and size (e.g., 10 mm) to ensure the letters have enough thickness for a solid extrusion.
: Exit the sketch and use the Extruded Boss/Base feature to give the text depth (e.g., 5 mm), turning it into a solid 3D object. Draft Text in Solid Edge