The Convert Text to Polylines command converts text created with TrueType or OpenType fonts into polylines. After it is converted, the text is no longer a font and can be edited just like any other polyline. This is useful for creating 3D text objects. By their nature, TrueType and OpenType fonts are defined by Bézier curves and arc points. These same definitions are used to convert the text objects.
The text conversion is not affected by the conversion resolution setting in the Vectorworks Preferences dialog box. However, if the converted polyline is extruded, the 3D resolution setting in this same dialog box affects how the polyline is extruded.
To convert text to polylines:
Select the text (lines or blocks) to convert.
Select Text > Convert Text to Polylines.
The text is converted into a group of polylines.
To extrude the polylines, creating 3D text, select the group of polylines. Ungroup them by selecting Modify > Ungroup.
Select all of the individual polylines and select Model > Extrude.
The Create Extrude dialog box opens.
Specify the extrusion length and click OK.
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