The Diagram Properties form

Use this form to crate new diagrams plus define and edit the properties of a diagram and the diagram window in IGSS. You can also use this form to assign functions keys and set up and define faceplate diagrams.

This is also where you choose if the diagram is to be visible in the IGSS Mobile App.

Preconditions

The diagram for which you want to set or edit properties must be open and active in the Definition module.

Where do I find it?

To access the Diagram Properties form:

Diagram Properties tab pages

The Diagram Properties form contain the following tab pages. For more detailed help information, click the links to the How tohelp pages.

Tab Page Description

Definition of Diagram

"Create a diagram"

On the Definition of Diagram tab you can define the properties of the active diagram as well as various functionality:

  • Define the diagram type, name and description
  • Specify the diagram window layout (title bar, status bar, etc.), size and position
  • Include a background picture or background color
  • Include the diagram name and/or description in the Diagram menu
  • Disable automatic closing of a diagram and/or pin the diagram permanently on the screen
  • Connect a diagram to an object
  • Protect an object in a diagram so only authorized users can open the diagram
  • Define diagram views which each can include one or more layers, and which can be controlled by a digital object
  • Set up user defined entries for the diagram command menu

Function Key Assignment

"To define diagram function keys"

On the Function Key Assignment tab you can:

  • Enable and assign function keys for frequently used operator actions for the active diagram
  • Copy function keys

See Also

"Create a diagram"

"To define diagram function keys"

"User defined entries for command menu"

"Layers - Overview"

"Controlling Views with Digital Objects or VBA"