Build a Symbol from Graphic Elements

You can assemble and edit a set of graphic elements in the Industrial Graphic Editor to represent a visual component.

To build a symbol from graphic elements

1. Check out and open a symbol .

   The Industrial Graphic Editor opens and shows the Tools menu in the upper left corner.

   

2. Select a graphic element from Tools to include in the symbol.

3. Move the cursor over the canvas area.

   The cursor shape should change to a plus sign.

4. Holding your left mouse key down, drag the mouse to set the initial size of the graphic element.

5. Select the graphic element and then select an option from the Configuration bar to configure the visual appearance of the graphic element.

6. Select all graphic elements, right-click, and then select Grouping >Group option from the shortcut menu.

7. Save and Close the Industrial Graphic Editor.

8. Check the symbol back into the Graphic Toolbox.

Some Details

For more information about creating and integrating graphic elements into a ViewApp, see "Working with Graphic Elements" in the Industrial Graphic Editor Help.