Create a new graphic

You can create a new graphic:

• In your HMI graphics repository, such as the Visualization folder, for generic graphics that you frequently use in different situations. For example, a valve graphic.

• From a template, if object and application templates are supported by your HMI/SCADA software. Do this if you want to re-use the graphic in combination with the object functionality. An example is a graphic representing a specific tank and your production facility has multiple tanks.

• From an object if instantiation is supported by your HMI/SCADA software. Do this if you are unlikely to re-use the graphic in any other situation.

Creating a new graphic using your HMI/SCADA software adds it to your graphics library. You can then manage and use the graphic. For example, you can:

• Edit the graphic

• Rename it

• Copy it

• Delete it

• Create new folders- groups of related graphics, such as ones to use in a particular application or that represent related devices

• Move graphics between folders

• Rename folders

For more information on creating and managing graphics, see the help for your HMI/SCADA software.