Program Description Over the years, I've received many DWG files from outside sources that have redundant or misnamed text styles in them. For example, there might be styles called ARIALLARGE, ARIALSMALL, ARIAL-10, ARIALOLD, BASE$0$ARIALBIG, and so on. When there doesn't seem to be any rhyme or reason to the use of these styles in a dwg file, I create a new style, in this case called ARIAL, and then use this utility to merge all of the entities that used the old styles to my new style. The old styles can be removed with your next purge.  Sample User Form Directions - Unzip the downloaded file to a directory (aka folder) that is within AutoCAD's Support File Search Path.
- Load TXTMRG.LSP using AutoCAD's APPLOAD command, the Startup Suite, or the command (load "TXTMRG.LSP")
- From AutoCAD's command line, type TXTMRG and follow the prompts.
- Use standard windows methods to select more than one style (ctrl and/or shift).
Requirements Known Issues The program seems to have trouble changing the style of MTEXT entities that have a hard-set font that differs from its style's font. It skips these entities. This should be fixed in a future release. Changelog December 30, 2005 - removed option to erase empty text (moved to my "delete debris" application)
Standard Disclaimer I've thoroughly tested this application on my system, but I can't guarantee that it will work for you. Please make sure that you keep a backup of your original data files. Author's noteAlthough there is no support or warranty, please email if you have questions, comments, suggestions, or if you're interested in getting a copy of the source code. Although there is no charge for this software, please consider supporting the development of the application with a $2 donation/registration by
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