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LETTERING

 LETTERING: INTRODUCTION Writing titles on drawing sheets, dimensions on drawing objects, special notes, and other important particulars on a drawing is called Lettering. It is a very important step in an engineering drawing. Lettering should, therefore, be done properly in a clear, legible, and uniform style. It should be in plain and simple style so that it could be done freehand and speedily. Any ornamental style must be avoided lettering in engineering drawings. Though accurate and neat drawings may be drawn yet sometimes, their appearance is spoiled by ornamental lettering or sometimes, their usefulness is decreased by poor lettering.   Note:  The use of drawing instruments in lettering takes considerable time and hence, it should be avoided to save time, especially in the examination hall. Efficiency in the art of lettering can be achieved by careful and continuous practices. **Actually, a free hand drawing means, "keeping almost the same visual shape, you can draw any comp