How to write a pargraph of text?

[dianelouise]

I want to use the pen feature to write a paragraph of text. What is the best way to do this? When I type a line and then hit enter to go to the next line, it doesn't.

Diane

[gj1]

I think you mean the text tool and you can not use it just like a typewriter...you have to take you mouse and click down to start a new line...don't worry about placement necessarily till finished with all the text. Then create a frame the size you want to put it in and drag each line into place and you can adjust the size with 'keep proportions' checked and use the lower right handle to resize as needed.

[dianelouise]

Thanks. I was hoping there was an easier way.

[gj1]

It is not so difficult once you get use to it. In the beginnig it is a bit mind boggling to remember everything but over time it is like riding a bike...you just do it.

[Ineke]

Isn't possible to write the paragraph in a program like Word or so, and then make a screenshot with the
snipingtool save as jpg and trace in ecal?

I'm gonna try later today.

[gj1]

Yep, that worked! So sorry for the run around answers...this makes it much easier!

[Sweetness4713]

That's when the Wacom tablet comes in handy because you can write with that in any of your paint or inkscape programs..

[dianelouise]

Thanks everyone. I will try the trick with Word.

Diane