Add Text at Point Tool

What it Does

Writes a note on your pattern at a spot you click. Use this for things like the piece name, cutting instructions or sewing notes. The text can have more than one line. You choose its size, color, rotation and alignment.

To learn what a pattern piece label should say, see Pattern Markings & Annotations in the Academy.

How to Use

1. Activate the tool by clicking the Add Text at Point icon.
2. Click in the workspace where the text should go.
3. Click the workspace again to move it, if needed, then select Continue.
4. Enter the Line Wrap Width. Lines of text longer than this are wrapped onto the next line. The default is about 5 inches (125 mm).
5. Enter your Text. Type \n where you want to start a new line.
6. Select Preview to see the text on the pattern.
7. Use the Rotation slider to turn the text so it lines up with other items.
8. Use the Font Size slider or input box to change the size of the text.
9. Choose to align the text left, center or right.
10. Choose the text color / style.
11. Select Save to keep the text, or Cancel to abort.

warning

The text stays where you placed it, even if you change the pattern afterward. Add your text last, after the pattern shapes are final.