User`s guide

Chapter 8 Working with Text
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Using the Text Tool
When using the Text tool to create text, the text appears in the Composite window with the
last used text style, and a new Text track appears at the top of the timeline.
A small square, called the Baseline Indicator, shows the text baseline and justification. The
Baseline Indicator only appears if you selected the Snap to Grid or Snap to Guide option.
For more information, see “Using Grids and Guides” on page 55 and “Using Grids and
Guides” on page 55.
Also, the default shape that you set in the Preferences window is used when creating text.
You can change the shape at any time by clicking the Shape icon on the track and choosing a
new shape.
To add text to an effect:
1. Select Window > Show Tool Window to open the Tool window, or press Ctrl+6.
2. Select the Text tool or press T.
3. Click in the Composite window where you want to add text and begin typing.
The text appears in the Composite window with the last used text style. A new Text
track appears at the top of the timeline.
Repositioning Text
Once you have created some text, you may want to reposition it in the Composite window.
Text tool button
Baseline Indicator shows the
text baseline and indicates the
text is left justified.
Solid Arrow button