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Bug

Using multiple spaces in labels causes stacking of characters for the last word if the 'Spread characters' option is turned on and has value for the maximum character spacing.

Last Published: March 23, 2018 ArcGIS for Desktop
Bug ID Number BUG-000112387
SubmittedMarch 14, 2018
Last ModifiedJune 5, 2024
Applies toArcGIS for Desktop
Version found10.5.1
Operating SystemWindows OS
Operating System Version7.0 64 Bit
StatusNon-Reproducible

Additional Information

Unable to reproduce this issue in the latest version of Maplex Label Engine.

Workaround

  • Turn off the Spread character option.
  • Use a single space between words.
  • Go to Label manager > Expression > Maplex. Check the Reduce extra spaces from text option.

Steps to Reproduce

Bug ID: BUG-000112387

Software:

  • ArcGIS for Desktop

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