Bug
Text strings do not display correctly in PDF, EPS and AI from vector graphics created in Illustrator that have been stretched using the grab handles.
| Bug ID Number | NIM003886 |
|---|---|
| Submitted | August 21, 2006 |
| Last Modified | June 5, 2024 |
| Applies to | No Product Found |
| Version found | 9.2 Pre |
| Status | Known Limit |
Description
Text strings from inserted EMF pictures in maps exported to PDF, EPS or AI display the characters garbled, on top of each other, incorrect kerning and/or with reverse italics.Text looks like the following on screen in ArcMap:
![[O-Image] Example of stretched and transformed text when viewed in ArcMap](https://webapps-cdn.esri.com/CDN/support-site/technical-articles-images/000008879/00N39000003LL24-0EM39000000wcy8.png)
Text looks like the following when exported to PDF, EPS or AI:
![[O-Image] Example of stretched and transformed text when exported](https://webapps-cdn.esri.com/CDN/support-site/technical-articles-images/000008879/00N39000003LL24-0EM39000000wcyA.png)
Cause
This is a known issue.These text strings are a part of inserted EMF pictures that were originally created in 3rd party graphics applications such as Corel Draw or Adobe Illustrator.
They have had either manual text stretching and/or a text transformation applied.
Workaround
Convert these types of text strings to vectors in the original graphics application before generating the EMF. For example, in Adobe Illustrator CS2:- Select the text string.
- Navigate to Type > Create Outlines.
Steps to Reproduce
Bug ID: NIM003886
Software:
- No Product Found
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