Creating Symbols in AutomationObject Instances

You can create a symbol from the Attributes tab in an AutomationObject instance. Creating a symbol this way automatically associates the new symbol with the AutomationObject instance.

Note: AutomationObjects can also inherit symbols from their parent template. You can only view an inherited graphic in read-only mode. Inherited graphics can only be removed or edited in the template where they are defined.

To create a new symbol for an AutomationObject instance

1. Open the AutomationObject instance. Click the Attributes tab. Any local and inherited symbols are listed.

2. In the Content area, click the Add (+) icon.

3. Give the new symbol a name. Names must be unique. Valid characters for symbol names include alphanumeric characters, $, #, and _ (underscore). Symbol names cannot include spaces and the symbol name cannot begin with the $ character.

4. If needed, type the description of the symbol in the Description box.

5. Make sure the symbol is selected and click the Edit icon. The Industrial Graphics Editor opens.

6. Draw the symbol.

Symbol Change Propagation

If the symbol is hosted by the Graphic Toolbox and edited, all symbols hosted by AutomationObject templates and instances that contain embedded instances of this symbol are also updated.

If the symbol is hosted by an AutomationObject and edited, all symbols hosted by derived AutomationObjects are also updated.