Callout's And Elevation

[Decorationarts]

I want to resize my Elevation Symbols once I draw them as this picture, . That is, if I created them in 1/8 scale, but I then want them in 1/2 scale (the smaller), I am not finding any way to do that other then re-create them. 

[DRAWZILLA]

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[DavidJPotter]

Every visible object that can be selected has a dialog box and in that dialog box one can then alter or edit that object, try that please.

 

DJP

[Decorationarts]

I hope this works

[Alaskan_Son]

Make sure to click "Attach This File"

[Decorationarts]

I did, it appears I have to exit Chief to attach a file

[Decorationarts]

Every visible object that can be selected has a dialog box and in that dialog box one can then alter or edit that object, try that please.

 

DJP

The dialogue box that I have opened, Camera Specification, has limited ability to change size

[Decorationarts]

I want to resize my Elevation Symbols once I draw them as this picture, . That is, if I created them in 1/8 scale, but I then want them in 1/2 scale (the smaller), I am not finding any way to do that other then re-create them. 

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[glennw]

Uncheck Automatic for the Callout Size?

[Dermot]

You can change the text style used by the cameras through your layers.  By default, your cameras will be on the layer called "Cameras" using the "Default Text Style".  Change your camera layer to use a different text style and the camera callouts will update accordingly.

[Decorationarts]

Okay, with a little playing around, I was able to have it change accept for one. 

[Alaskan_Son]

Okay, with a little playing around, I was able to have it change...

 

I think this is perhaps one of the biggest mistakes we as Chief users make (actually probably true with life in general).  That is...getting something to work but not quite knowing why.  I find that when I take the time to understand why something is doing what it is, or how exactly to achieve the desired result, that time is extremely well spent.  I'm able to work with confidence from that point forward not worried about crossing my eyes and fingers hoping the stars align and things all fall into place for me. 

 

I would strongly suggest that when you reach these points where you need to figure out how to do something that (as much as reasonably possible) you take the time to FULLY grasp what is going on.  You'll be all the better for it and happy you did so.