Master Data: Managing Macros

Macros are broken up in the project as soon as they are inserted. Data is then undistinguishable from manually inserted individual elements. All data in a macro are referenced when stored (except foreign language texts).

The name of the symbol library from which the macro was generated (drawn) is stored in the macro. This way the macro preview will use the correct symbol library for the display.

In the operating system layer, macros are individual files that can be sent to end customers, for example.

Manage macros with parts data

If a macro contains parts, they are not automatically stored. To do this at a later stage, proceed as follows:

Warning:

Please note that this action will overwrite all other project-related parts data with master data.

Precondition:

You have opened a project.

Select Utilities > Parts > Update current project.

Parts in macros are synchronized with the master data parts, i.e. the data in the parts database is transferred into the macros.

Tip:

For selective synchronization of individual parts in a project you can use the Synchronization of parts <project name> dialog. To do this select Utilities > Parts > Synchronize current project.

Manage macros with plot frames and forms

If the macro contains a plot frame or form, it will not be automatically stored. To do this at a later stage, proceed as follows:

Precondition:

You have opened a project.

Select Utilities > Master data > Complete current project.

The project searches for the missing master data contained in the macro and then stores it automatically.