Annotation Text Overview
The video from “Spatial Engineer 11” provides an overview of annotation text within their software, specifically aimed at teaching users how to annotate features on their engineering projects. The presenter starts by instructing viewers on initiating the annotation process by right-clicking on the screen and selecting the annotate option. Initially, users are presented with a list of annotation templates, with the default being an example template provided by Spatial Engineer 11. Other templates mentioned are custom-made by various departments or engineering teams.
The tutorial covers different types of annotations available, such as labels, leaders, multi-art leaders, and placement, with placement being highlighted as the most commonly used. The default text height is set to eight to ensure visibility in printed or plotted outputs, with advice given on adjusting this setting in condensed areas for better text arrangement.
A practical demonstration follows, where the presenter selects a fiber optic cable feature for annotation. The process involves selecting a starting point and then a second point for the system to automatically generate annotations, including information like footage, type, and count of the fiber cable. The video also addresses how to manage overlapping text by simply selecting and moving the text to a clearer location.
This tutorial is particularly useful for those involved in laying out construction sheets or needing to annotate various features in spatial engineering projects. The presenter concludes by emphasizing the importance of these techniques in project planning and execution.
Keywords: Spatial Engineer 11, annotation text overview, annotate features, annotation templates, labels, leaders, text height, fiber optic cable, construction sheets.