Keep Text Objects plan readable as a rotate parameter is used

[CAD cowboy]

I am having trouble with creating a dynamic block. Basically what I am trying to do is keep annotation objects plan readable as a rotate parameter is used. I have tried using linked rotate parameters, but instead of keeping the annotation at an angle zero, it rotates at twice the rotation of the block when using the primary parameter. This kind of makes sense, but is there some way to 'reverse' the angle of the secondary parameter?

[Rico]

I am having trouble with creating a dynamic block. Basically what I am trying to do is keep annotation objects plan readable as a rotate parameter is used. I have tried using linked rotate parameters, but instead of keeping the annotation at an angle zero, it rotates at twice the rotation of the block when using the primary parameter. This kind of makes sense, but is there some way to 'reverse' the angle of the secondary parameter?if you couls post the file I'm sure we could figure it out faster than guessing .... there's like 3 or 4 things it could be ....

[Mike.Perry]

Hi "eyokom" ( Sorry, I do not know your real name )

Please note I have *moved* this thread from the AutoCAD General (http://forums.augi.com/forumdisplay.php?f=120) forum to this one, as I feel this particular forum is a more appropriate place for such a topic.

Thanks, Mike

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[Rico]

I am having trouble with creating a dynamic block. Basically what I am trying to do is keep annotation objects plan readable as a rotate parameter is used. I have tried using linked rotate parameters, but instead of keeping the annotation at an angle zero, it rotates at twice the rotation of the block when using the primary parameter. This kind of makes sense, but is there some way to 'reverse' the angle of the secondary parameter?thanks for posting the file ...

I'm having a bit of a hard time figuring out what you want the block to do .....

Do you want the text to stay on a 0 degree plane? I think that's what you're asking (in fact I'm pretty sure of that) and so I've modified your block to do just that.

Let me know if this is not right and I'll try to help some more .....

[CAD cowboy]

Thanks Max,

That was exactly what I was trying to accomplish. I knew that I was overlooking something. Obviously just couldn't remember exactly what the right parameter to use was. I appreciate the help.

[Rico]

Thanks Max,

That was exactly what I was trying to accomplish. I knew that I was overlooking something. Obviously just couldn't remember exactly what the right parameter to use was. I appreciate the help.
Anytime, buckeroo. anytime.

[mark_chavez398480]

Hello - I would like similar help with door labels created in AutoCAD. I have the width as text in the block, but would like to keep it readable when the block is rotated. I've attached the dwg w/block. Thanks

[Chris.N]

Hello - I would like similar help with door labels created in AutoCAD. I have the width as text in the block, but would like to keep it readable when the block is rotated. I've attached the dwg w/block. Thanks
did you look at the 'fixed' block above to see what was done? iirc, the text is attached to a point parameter that is chained to the rotate parameter...

[Debi.Olson]

I'm trying to use the example above to do something so similar that I'm frustrated that I cannot get it to work. I must admit that I haven't got the hang of chaining actions and that may be part of my problem. How do you know what comes first?

I want to create a block with 6+ attributes that will keep a readable angle when the block is rotated. I'm pretty much at ground zero since I can't figure out how to make the actions chain or even work properly. From what I gleaned in the block above: point parameters are used on the text with a Move action. Then a rotate function grabs them all. How does the zero rotation of the text occur? How does the alignment of the text maintain? How does it link together?

If I understood the "order of operations" I think I'd be ok. Any pointers would be much appreciated.

Thanks

[clshade]

I've attached a DynBlk that has several to look at.
I would suggest that you post your attempt and lets look at it.
Most times the issue is easier to find that way and better guidance can be offered.

[Debi.Olson]

Apparently I'm having lots of issues. I can't upload a file. :( I don't understand the error that flashes by so cannot tell if it's my end or permissions.) I'm still on 2012 so I am unable to open your sample.

[Debi.Olson]

I'm not generally this inept. I got the file attached...finally. It's a very basic block, more for concept than anything else. Thank you for all your help.

[clshade]

Attributes in a Dynamic Block all need to be Locked in order for Actions to manipulate them.
Start with that: Locking the Attribs when you create them. This should be by default when a new Attrib is created in a DynBlk.

That being said what I think you want to achieve I do not believe will work the way you propose.
But i do like being proved wrong

[Debi.Olson]

Did you see the "section lable 4 mods" on an earlier post? I'm trying to do that with this block but can't figure out the order of operations when linking actions. At least that's part of my problem.

Thanks for the help.