Configuring the dynamic text area

Use the Area tab to configure the area properties for a dynamic text.

Steps:

1. Start ArcMap.
2. Double-click the text to edit on the map sheet.

   The Dynamic Text Properties dialog box appears.

3. Click the Area tab.
4. Click the Area drop-down arrow to choose the unit of measurement you want to use for the area.

   The value is calculated for the unit of measurement you choose.

5. Click the Perimeter drop-down arrow to choose the unit of measurement you want to use for the perimeter.

   The value is calculated to reflect the unit of measurement you choose.

6. Click the Center drop-down arrow to choose the unit of measurement you want to use to center the dynamic text.

   The center value is calculated according to the unit of measurement you choose.

7. Click OK.