Functions can be added to the project as follows:
- You work according to the symbol-oriented approach. Using the Insert center, insert a symbol in the graphical editor. A function definition is defined at the symbol, with which it is inserted. (The symbol and the function are grouped together to make a component.)
- Using the Insert center you insert a macro into the project which contains functions (components). A function definition is assigned to the component, or it has a special logic function stored in it.
- You work according to the device-oriented engineering approach and want to work with predefined devices. You select a device (and thus a part); this device has data concerning its functions. Now, select one of these functions. All symbols are offered which are suitable to the display of this function. Now, select a symbol and place it. At the same time, the device is generated with all its functions. The information on the functions originates from the part.
- You select (in the navigator) a function (or definition) directly and add it (placed or unplaced) into the project.
Add functions via symbols
Functions can easily be added by placing a symbol on a schematic page.
Precondition:
You have opened a schematic page in the graphical editor.
- Select the following commands: Insert center > Breadcrumb trail Home > Symbols.
- Using the folder structure navigate to the desired symbol and select it by clicking the preview tile.
- Use drag & drop to place the symbol in the schematic.
A function definition is defined at the symbol; this is placed with the symbol as a function. - In the Properties <...> dialog, you can edit the properties of the function.
- Click [OK]. The new and changed properties are stored in the component and displayed there (as long as they are selected for display).
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