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Issue with PDF Text Objects:

When importing a PDF into AutoCAD, text objects may be converted to polylines.

This happens because AutoCAD interprets the text as vector graphics rather than editable text.

Conversion Process:

Option A: The Combine Text tool (TXT2MTXT) is used to combine multiple text objects into a single multiline text object. It does not convert polylines back to text.

Option C: The Edit Polyline (PEDIT) command and Join option are used to join polylines, not convert them to text.

Option D: The JOIN command is similar to PEDIT and is used for joining polylines.

Correct Tool:

Option B: The Recognize SHX Text tool (PDFSHXTEXT) is specifically designed to recognize text that has been converted to polylines during PDF import. It converts these polylines back into text objects.

Conclusion:

Use the Recognize SHX Text tool to select all polyline text objects and convert them back to editable text.

References:

AutoCAD Knowledge Base on PDF Import and Text Recognition.

AutoCAD 2024 User Guide on PDF Import Tools.