Draw tab
- Last UpdatedOct 29, 2026
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The Draw tab of the ribbon is used to draw objects in project screens.


The Draw tab is available only when you have a project screen open for editing.
On the Draw tab, the commands are organized into the following groups:
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Screen: Configure settings for the project screen itself, such as its attributes, script, and background color or image.
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Editing: Select and edit objects in the project screen.
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Shapes: Draw static lines and shapes.
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Active Objects: Draw active objects, like buttons and check boxes.
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Data Objects: Draw objects that display historical data, like alarms, events, and trends.
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Libraries: Select from libraries of premade objects, such as symbols, ActiveX and .NET controls , external image files, and HTML5-based custom widgets.
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Animations: Apply animations to other screen objects.