Expanding Labels

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If your structures contain defined nicknames, long atom labels, or contracted labels, ChemDraw can restore your structures to the fully expanded form.

When you expand a label containing a divalent nickname, for example HAlaOH, the first attachment is to the character left of the nickname (H). The second attachment is to the character right of the nickname (OH).

To expand atom labels:

1. Select a selection tool.

2. Select the label to expand or double-click the structure to expand all possible labels.

3. From the Structure menu, choose Expand Label.

Your structure is redrawn in its expanded form.