Metis Smart Modeling - Masks
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|style="border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 1px 1px 0" | [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatSetHeightButton.PNG|link=]] | |style="border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 1px 1px 0" | [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatSetHeightButton.PNG|link=]] | ||
| - | |style="border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 0 1px 0" | To set an identical height to | + | |style="border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 0 1px 0" | To set an identical height to all selected objects based on the first one. |
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|style="border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 1px 1px 0" | [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatSpaceHorizButton.PNG|link=]] | |style="border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 1px 1px 0" | [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatSpaceHorizButton.PNG|link=]] | ||
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==== Design frame ==== | ==== Design frame ==== | ||
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Each object placed on the drawing-board can be moved by selecting it and moving the mouse while holding the left mouse button pressed, as show in the various videos. When selected, each object can also be re-sized and transformed by using the 8 handles which surround it. The ones in the corners can be used to change the size of the object in two directions at the same time, while the ones on the sides only modify one dimension. | Each object placed on the drawing-board can be moved by selecting it and moving the mouse while holding the left mouse button pressed, as show in the various videos. When selected, each object can also be re-sized and transformed by using the 8 handles which surround it. The ones in the corners can be used to change the size of the object in two directions at the same time, while the ones on the sides only modify one dimension. | ||
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|style="width:100px; border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 1px 0 0" | Source | |style="width:100px; border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 1px 0 0" | Source | ||
| - | |style="border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 0 0 0" | This property allows to set the image to be inserted in the field. The list of available images in definable through the functionality available in the "Data Management" section of | + | |style="border-style: solid; border-color: grey; border-width: 0 0 0 0" | This property allows to set the image to be inserted in the field. The list of available images in definable through the [[Description_of_the_Sub-Menu_Cliparts | Cliparts]] functionality available in the "Data Management" section of Metis Smart Modeling. Refer to this section in order to import new images in Metis Smart Modeling. |
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{{Tip | {{Tip | ||
| - | | Use pictures in masks in order to better illustrate the data | + | | Use pictures in masks in order to better illustrate the data required in order to configure a specific [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Systems|system]] or [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Models|model]]. |
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==== Rectangles ==== | ==== Rectangles ==== | ||
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In the mask editor window, click on the blue rectangle icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatTectangleButton.PNG|link=]] in the toolbar. | In the mask editor window, click on the blue rectangle icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatTectangleButton.PNG|link=]] in the toolbar. | ||
A rectangle graphic appears on the screen. | A rectangle graphic appears on the screen. | ||
| - | The graphic can be | + | The graphic can be re-sized by clicking and holding on the sides or corners. |
It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | ||
The graphic can also be edited using the properties section at the lower left-hand side. | The graphic can also be edited using the properties section at the lower left-hand side. | ||
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| Rectangles can be use in masks design in order to visually group related input fields together. | | Rectangles can be use in masks design in order to visually group related input fields together. | ||
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==== Circles ==== | ==== Circles ==== | ||
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In the mask editor window, click on the blue circle icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatCircleButton.PNG|link=]] in the toolbar. | In the mask editor window, click on the blue circle icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatCircleButton.PNG|link=]] in the toolbar. | ||
A circle graphic appears on the screen. | A circle graphic appears on the screen. | ||
| - | The graphic can be | + | The graphic can be re-sized by clicking and holding on the sides or corners. |
It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | ||
The graphic can also be edited using the properties section at the lower left-hand side. | The graphic can also be edited using the properties section at the lower left-hand side. | ||
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Now the properties can once again be modified. | Now the properties can once again be modified. | ||
Set the width and the height to “100” for example. | Set the width and the height to “100” for example. | ||
| - | The graphic is | + | The graphic is re-sized as specified. |
The other properties are just as easily modified. For example, the radius is set to “0,” the background is changed to “yellow,” the border brush is changed to “orange” and the border thickness is changed to 10. | The other properties are just as easily modified. For example, the radius is set to “0,” the background is changed to “yellow,” the border brush is changed to “orange” and the border thickness is changed to 10. | ||
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==== Lines ==== | ==== Lines ==== | ||
| - | In the mask editor window, click on the "line" icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatLineButton.PNG|link=]] in the toolbar. A line graphic appears on the screen. The graphic can be | + | |
| + | In the mask editor window, click on the "line" icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatLineButton.PNG|link=]] in the toolbar. A line graphic appears on the screen. The graphic can be re-sized by clicking and holding on the sides. It can be moved anywhere on the design board. The graphic can also be edited using the properties section at the lower left-hand side. For example, set “X1” and “Y1” to 10 to modify its position. The graphic moves to the position specified. To deselect the graphic, click on the design board around it. Another way to deselect the graphic is to find it under the shape menu on the left and un-tick the box. Note: The properties section is no longer available once the graphic has been deselected. The graphic can be reselected simply by clicking on it or by ticking the corresponding box under shape. Now the properties can once again be modified. Set "X2" and "Y2" to “100” for example. The line has now a 45 degree angle. The other properties are just as easily modified. For example, the border brush is changed to “pink” and the border thickness is changed to 10. | ||
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{{Note | {{Note | ||
| - | | From the properties table, when selecting a background or a border color, a pop window is displayed which shows a set of basic colors which can be applied. In the lower part of this window to buttons allow to browse through additional colors. The first ones shows the full color spectrum and allows to pinpoint the one required. The second one lists colors which are commonly used with their name. | + | | From the properties table, when selecting a background or a border color, a pop-up window is displayed which shows a set of basic colors which can be applied. In the lower part of this window to buttons allow to browse through additional colors. The first ones shows the full color spectrum and allows to pinpoint the one required. The second one lists colors which are commonly used with their name. |
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To insert a text field in the mask editor, click on the “text” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatTitleButton.PNG|link=]] found in the toolbar. | To insert a text field in the mask editor, click on the “text” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatTitleButton.PNG|link=]] found in the toolbar. | ||
A graphic with the word “title” appears on the design board. | A graphic with the word “title” appears on the design board. | ||
| - | This graphic can be | + | This graphic can be re-sized by clicking and holding on the sides or corners. |
It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | ||
The graphic can also be edited using the properties section at the lower left-hand side. | The graphic can also be edited using the properties section at the lower left-hand side. | ||
For example, set “X1” and “Y1” to 10 to modify its position. | For example, set “X1” and “Y1” to 10 to modify its position. | ||
The graphic moves to the position specified. | The graphic moves to the position specified. | ||
| - | To | + | To re-size the width and the height, use the width and height fields. For example, set the width to 120 and the height to 50. |
To change the font type, use the family field. For example, set the font to Arial. | To change the font type, use the family field. For example, set the font to Arial. | ||
One can also change the size, the style and the weight of the text. For example, the size is set to “16”, the style to “Italic”, and the weight to “bold”. | One can also change the size, the style and the weight of the text. For example, the size is set to “16”, the style to “Italic”, and the weight to “bold”. | ||
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=== Setting up input fields === | === Setting up input fields === | ||
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===== Input fields ===== | ===== Input fields ===== | ||
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To insert a text field in the mask editor, click on the “input field” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatInputFieldButton.PNG|link=]] found in the toolbar. An "input field" appears on the design board. | To insert a text field in the mask editor, click on the “input field” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatInputFieldButton.PNG|link=]] found in the toolbar. An "input field" appears on the design board. | ||
It can be edited just like the “text” field from above. | It can be edited just like the “text” field from above. | ||
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| Input fields can only be used to display enter input numerical values, as text cannot be used as input or output for [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Rules|rules]]. | | Input fields can only be used to display enter input numerical values, as text cannot be used as input or output for [[Metis_Smart_Modeling_-_Rules|rules]]. | ||
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===== Drop-down lists ===== | ===== Drop-down lists ===== | ||
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To insert a text field in the mask editor, click on the “drop-down list” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatDropdownButton.PNG|link=]] found in the toolbar. | To insert a text field in the mask editor, click on the “drop-down list” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatDropdownButton.PNG|link=]] found in the toolbar. | ||
This adds a “drop down list” object on the design board. | This adds a “drop down list” object on the design board. | ||
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===== Check-boxes ===== | ===== Check-boxes ===== | ||
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To insert a text field in the mask editor, click on the “check-box” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatCheckboxButton.PNG|link=]] found in the toolbar. | To insert a text field in the mask editor, click on the “check-box” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatCheckboxButton.PNG|link=]] found in the toolbar. | ||
A “check-box” object appears on the design board. | A “check-box” object appears on the design board. | ||
| - | The object can be | + | The object can be re-sized by clicking and holding on the sides or corners. |
It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | ||
To deselect the object, click on the design board around it. | To deselect the object, click on the design board around it. | ||
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| - | | Values returned by a | + | | Values returned by a check-box field can only be "0" and "1", as the check-box is a Boolean field. |
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===== Radio Buttons ===== | ===== Radio Buttons ===== | ||
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In the mask editor window, click on the “radio button” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatRadioButton.PNG|link=]] in the toolbar. | In the mask editor window, click on the “radio button” icon [[File:MetisSmartModelingFromatRadioButton.PNG|link=]] in the toolbar. | ||
This adds a “radio button” object on the design board. | This adds a “radio button” object on the design board. | ||
| - | This object can be | + | This object can be re-sized by clicking and holding on the sides or corners. |
It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | It can be moved anywhere on the design board. | ||
The object can also be edited using the properties section at the lower left-hand side. | The object can also be edited using the properties section at the lower left-hand side. | ||
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=== Applying conditional display to objects === | === Applying conditional display to objects === | ||
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| + | Metis Smart Modeling, through its mask definition functionnalities, allows to define dynamic layout changes inside those masks. In specific cases, not all fields defined in a mask should be displayed at once. A drop-down list could be conditional to the selection of an option. This allows to base the display or activation of fields on user input. | ||
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1. '''Basic information''' | 1. '''Basic information''' | ||
| - | * '''Comment''' (mandatory) | + | |
| - | A description for the display rule, usually a name to identify the rule within the list. | + | * '''Comment''' (mandatory) : A description for the display rule, usually a name to identify the rule within the list. |
| - | * '''ID''' (automatic) | + | * '''ID''' (automatic) : Internal identification number for the current rule (set by the application). |
| - | Internal identification number for the current rule. | + | * '''State''' : State to be set for the selected fields if the condition defined within the rule is valid. |
| - | * '''State''' | + | |
| - | State to be set for the selected fields if the condition defined within the rule is valid. | + | |
2. '''Condition table''' | 2. '''Condition table''' | ||
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| - | To applied conditions on object proceed as follows | + | To applied conditions on object proceed as follows. Click on the conditional display button. A window opens with a list of rules which apply to current fields in the mask. To create a new rule, click on the “Add” button. |
| - | + | The rule window opens. In the comment field, name the rule. For example: “Router List.” | |
| - | Click on the conditional display button. | + | |
| - | A window opens with a list of rules which apply to current fields in the mask. | + | |
| - | To create a new rule, click on the “Add” button. | + | |
| - | The rule window opens. | + | |
| - | In the comment field, name the rule. For example: “Router List.” | + | |
Under the State section for the rule, select “Grayed.” | Under the State section for the rule, select “Grayed.” | ||
For the condition table, click on the “add” button. | For the condition table, click on the “add” button. | ||
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| Special care should be taken when defining several display rules working on the same fields, as incoherent results may be shown in the mask when previewed or used in Metis Smart Quotes. It is recommended to thoroughly test all display rules. | | Special care should be taken when defining several display rules working on the same fields, as incoherent results may be shown in the mask when previewed or used in Metis Smart Quotes. It is recommended to thoroughly test all display rules. | ||
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=== Deleting objects === | === Deleting objects === | ||
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All objects which have been created and inserted into a mask can be easily deleted using the "Delete" key on the keyboard. First select the object, either on the drawing-board or form the object list, then hit the key on the computer. No confirmation will be inquired by the application. As all editing is only saved when the design has been confirmed, using the cancel button [[File:MetisSmartModelingCancelButton.PNG|link=]] from the toolbar will delete all changes done since the mask was opened in the editor. In order to prevent any misuse of the button, Metis Smart Modeling will ask the user to confirm the cancellation. | All objects which have been created and inserted into a mask can be easily deleted using the "Delete" key on the keyboard. First select the object, either on the drawing-board or form the object list, then hit the key on the computer. No confirmation will be inquired by the application. As all editing is only saved when the design has been confirmed, using the cancel button [[File:MetisSmartModelingCancelButton.PNG|link=]] from the toolbar will delete all changes done since the mask was opened in the editor. In order to prevent any misuse of the button, Metis Smart Modeling will ask the user to confirm the cancellation. | ||
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| If objects have been deleted and the changes validated, the "undo" function will not restore the objects. The scope of the function is limited to the time spent inside the mask editor; every validation or cancellation will result in losing the action log enabling the function. | | If objects have been deleted and the changes validated, the "undo" function will not restore the objects. The scope of the function is limited to the time spent inside the mask editor; every validation or cancellation will result in losing the action log enabling the function. | ||
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=== Validating changes === | === Validating changes === | ||
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Masks created using the design tool, or the ones being changed are not saved automatically. In order store all changes in the Metis database, the design has to validate either the mask created or the changes done to an existing mask. This is done simply by using the validation button [[File:MetisSmartModelingOKButton.PNG|link=]] from the toolbar. In order to cancel all changes or cancel the creation of a new mask, the designer can click on the cancel button [[File:MetisSmartModelingCancelButton.PNG|link=]] from the toolbar. | Masks created using the design tool, or the ones being changed are not saved automatically. In order store all changes in the Metis database, the design has to validate either the mask created or the changes done to an existing mask. This is done simply by using the validation button [[File:MetisSmartModelingOKButton.PNG|link=]] from the toolbar. In order to cancel all changes or cancel the creation of a new mask, the designer can click on the cancel button [[File:MetisSmartModelingCancelButton.PNG|link=]] from the toolbar. | ||
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=== Undo /Redo === | === Undo /Redo === | ||
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History and normal use of the function | History and normal use of the function | ||