Having problems with scale when creating annotative blocks

[mbetGEGZX]

For whatever reason my brain is not functioning when trying to figure out the correct way to create an annotative block. I will create the block at 1:1 then end up with a gigantic image when switching scales. From time to time I'll screw up the scale with text and the rest of the image. Any help will be much appreciated.

[h_s_walker · Accepted solution]

You have drawn your block too big.

1:1 should mean your text size is 1/8" and not 4.5" as you have drawn it. I've scaled down your block to the correct paper text height. It's the one with the b in it. See the attached drawing.

[manieshkumar.suresh · Accepted solution]

Hi @mbetGEGZX ,

To resolve scale-related issues when creating annotative blocks in AutoCAD, follow these steps:

1. Create the block at 1:1 scale:
- Create the block geometry in model space using its intended dimensions at a 1:1 scale.

2. Enable the Annotative property:
- Open the block in the Block Editor.
- In the Properties palette, set Annotative to "Yes."

3. Add the required scales:
- Open the Annotative Object Scale dialog and add the scales needed for the block.
- If a scale is unavailable, use the SCALELISTEDIT command to add it.

4. Align the drawing annotation scale:
- Confirm that the drawing's annotation scale matches one of the scales assigned to the block.

5. Verify the block dimensions:
- Check the block's dimensions in model space.
- If they are incorrect, adjust the block scale to achieve the desired dimensions.

6. Apply appropriate text and dimension settings:
- Set text and dimensions to annotative and assign the appropriate scales.
- Turn on Annotation Visibility and enable "Automatically add scales to annotative objects when the annotation scale changes."

[navya_gelli]

Hello @mbetGEGZX,

Just checking in to see if the response from h_s_walker and manieshkumar.suresh was helpful. If it resolved your issue, please mark it as the accepted solution. This will help others who may have a similar question.