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To open the variable and parameter editors, do one of the following:
- Double-click a component.
- Right-click a component and select Edit Component
 .
The diagram now shows the following dialog boxes:
- Variables: A variable editor on the upper-left corner of the
component.
- Parameters: A parameter editor on the upper-right corner of
the component.
- Plotter: An empty plot on the lower-right corner of the
component for visualizing the simulated variables.
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In the variable and parameter editors, activate the variables and parameters of
interest under the Exposure column.
Note:
The activated variables and parameters are visible in the Model
Specifications dialog box for exploring the changes. For more information,
see Managing Model Specifications.
- Optional:
To filter the list of variables and parameters:
-
Click
 .
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Enter the search terms in the Filter variables and
Filter parameters boxes respectively.
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Modify the parameter values under the Value column.
An orange highlight appears on the modified parameters and
the component in the diagram. A Simulation NOT up-to-date message appears in orange color at
the upper-left corner of the widget window and next to the
Simulate
 option in the cockpit view.
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To define a range for a parameter:
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Right-click anywhere along the parameter row and select Advanced
Properties
 .
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In the Advanced Properties dialog box, specify the minimum and
maximum limits.
Depending on the value, the parameter is highlighted in one of the following
colors under the Value column:
| Value |
Highlight Color |
| Value within range |
Green |
 |
| Value outside range |
Red |
 |
| Value is an expression |
Orange |
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