Special Text Characters
In 12d Model, special text characters that do not appear on a standard keyboard can be entered into text strings, vertex text, and segment text when using textstyles with true type fonts. These characters are input by holding down the Alt key and typing specific numeric codes on the number pad. The character will appear once the Alt key is released.
Below is a list of commonly used special characters and their corresponding Alt codes:
| Character | Symbol | Alt Code |
|---|---|---|
| Squared | ² | Alt 0178 |
| Cubed | ³ | Alt 0179 |
| Middle Dot | · | Alt 0183 |
| Large Diameter | Ø | Alt 0216 |
| Small Diameter | ø | Alt 0248 |
| Degree | ° | Alt 0176 |
| Copyright | © | Alt 0169 |
| Registered Trademark | ® | Alt 0174 |
| British Pound | £ | Alt 0163 |
| Japanese Yen | ¥ | Alt 0165 |
These Alt codes are derived from the Windows character map, which can be accessed by running the charmap utility on your computer. Note that the availability and appearance of these characters may vary depending on the true type font selected in your textstyle.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Efficient use of 12d Model often involves leveraging built-in keyboard shortcuts to access frequently used tools quickly.
Here are some handy shortcuts:
| Shortcut Key | Action |
|---|---|
| F2 | String => Inquire |
| F3 / F4 | Toggle point and line snap |
| F6 | String Edit |
| F11 | TIN Settings (set contour colour and interval for view contours) |
These shortcuts are preloaded in 12d Model to enhance your workflow. Familiarizing yourself with them can save significant time when working on projects.