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	AutoCAD displays only a rectangle instead of the dimension text.
	If you get only a hollow rectangle (frame) instead of the dimension text, check the setting of the `QTEXTMODE` variable. Set it back to 0 if neccessary and issue a Regen. Check also settings of the dimension style.

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CAD tip # 8763:

AutoCAD displays only a rectangle instead of the dimension text.