Connect Symbols with the Connect Command
You can connect symbols in a diagram view.
Before you begin: Two symbols with ports are instantiated in a diagram view.
- From the Layout section of the action bar, click Connect Symbols .
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In the diagram view, click one of the following elements:
- A connection point on the first symbol (1)
- A symbol (2)
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Do one of the following actions according to your selection in
Step 2:
Action Done in Step 2 Action to be Done Result 1 Click a connection point on the second symbol. The two symbols are connected. The connection points are linked with a connection. 2 Select a port in the Port Mapping Available Ports for Mapping. 2 Click Graphical Connect on the context toolbar and select standalone connection point or component. Note: If a component is selected, an unmapped connection point is created at the selected position.A graphical connection is created between the connection points created on the first and second components. Notes:- If the Allow new port creation on component during routing process option is selected in Me > Preferences > App Preferences > 3D Modeling > Systems Architecture > Functional & Logical Design > Diagram View, components without port cannot be selected. Only a graphical connection is possible. For more information, see Native Apps Preferences Guide: Diagram View
- If one of the symbols is an equipment, the other symbol is always the one to move.
Note: When two symbols are connected, the second symbol can be rotated so the connection points of the two symbols have opposite directions.
For more information about port and connection point creation during a connection, see About Route Between Symbols.