In model space they are scaled based upon the text height setting in the controlling label style, as well as the annotative (drawing) scale. This article is intended to provide clarity on scale control settings by summarizing the similarities and differences between these methods of annotation.įirst, we will consider Civil 3D labels. Although they function similarly in many ways, there are important differences. Many new users of Civil 3D, as well as users migrating from Land Desktop, have questions about the best practices for controlling Civil 3D label scales and annotative text scales.