PROBLEM
When editing in the Layout view in ArcGIS Pro, the font, size, and color of text symbols are customized according to the context and theme of the map. A text symbol can be rotated and placed at a desired location on the map layout. In some instances, when rotating a text symbol clockwise along the polar angles using the rotate pointer or by setting the rotation angle, the text symbol is oriented upside down.
The image below shows the text on a map before rotation.
The image below shows the text on a map after rotation.
The Scheme 2, Points of Interest, Shield, and Callout text symbol styles are set to a 90-degree flip angle by default. A flip angle refers to the vertical angle in degrees, at which point the rotated text is mirrored in place. By design, the text within the text box is oriented upside down when rotated.
To resolve the issue, change the text symbol to a Layout text symbol, or modify the flip angle of the existing text symbol.
Change the text symbol to a Layout text symbol
Note: This workaround requires resizing and repositioning of the text symbol.
Modify the flip angle of the existing text symbol
Note: This workaround preserves the text symbol style while the size and position are retained.
Note: Alternatively, right-click the text box, and click Properties to display the Format Text pane.
Article ID: 000024558
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