To move the text label associated with a line or connector shape in Visio, you use the Text Block tool. This allows you to reposition the text block relative to the shape itself.
Here are the steps based on the Visio interface:
Steps to Reposition Line Text
Moving text on a line or connector involves selecting the specific text block and dragging it to a new location.
-
Select the Text Block Tool:
- Navigate to the Home tab on the Visio ribbon.
- In the Tools group, click on the Text Block tool icon. This tool is specifically designed for manipulating shape text blocks.
-
Select the Shape's Text Block:
- With the Text Block tool active, click directly on the line or connector shape whose text you want to move. This action selects the text block associated with that shape, making it ready for repositioning.
-
Drag the Text Block:
- Once the text block is selected, click and drag it to your desired position relative to the line or connector. For lines and connectors, Visio often allows you to drag the text block along the line's path or offset it away from the line.
-
Return to the Pointer Tool:
- After you have finished moving the text, it is crucial to switch back to the standard selection tool.
- Go back to the Home tab, in the Tools group, and click on the Pointer Tool. This prevents accidental text block movements when you try to select other shapes.
Tool Overview
| Tool | Icon | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Text Block | Used to select and move shape text blocks. | |
| Pointer | Standard tool for selecting and moving shapes. |
Practical Tips
- Using the Text Block tool lets you place text precisely where needed on or near a line, especially useful for labeling connectors or dimension lines.
- Remembering to switch back to the Pointer tool is a common workflow step in Visio after using specialized tools.
This process focuses on relocating the existing text box that is linked to the line or connector shape.
