Summary

The CP_TEXTMASK command in CADPower, exclusive to BricsCAD, allows users to mask text objects by creating WIPEOUT entities underneath them. This feature is particularly useful for hiding background elements, ensuring that text annotations remain clearly visible and legible.

CADPower -> Text Tools -> Display -> TextMask – Hide underneath

Key features include:

• Text Masking with Wipeout
  Creates WIPEOUT objects beneath text to mask background elements, enhancing text readability.
• Frame Set to OFF
  The WIPEOUT objects are generated with frames turned off, ensuring a clean and seamless appearance in the drawing.
• Behavior Similar to AutoCAD’s TEXTMASK
  Mimics the TEXTMASK command in AutoCAD, offering familiarity and consistency for users transitioning between platforms.
• Static Masking
  In BricsCAD, the WIPEOUT does not automatically move or update when the text is modified, unlike in AutoCAD. This allows for precise and fixed masking control.
• BricsCAD Exclusive
  This command is available only in the BricsCAD version of CADPower, tailored for BricsCAD users’ specific requirements.

Benefits:

The CP_TEXTMASK command is ideal for producing clean, professional drawings where text annotations need to stand out against busy or overlapping design elements. Its focused implementation for BricsCAD ensures seamless integration into your drafting workflow.