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Elaborating model element with sub diagram
Each notation has its own meaning and semantic. For example, you use a use case to present users' goals (system functions) but not how to achieve the goals. In order to model other aspects like the dynamic behavior of use case, you can elaborate a model element with a proper type of sub-diagram and contribute the details on the model element.
Creating a new sub diagram
Move the mouse over a shape, press its resource icon Sub Diagrams when it reveals and select Add and then a preferred type of diagrams from the pop-up menu.
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Add a sub diagram |
| NOTE: | Inserting a sub diagram on a model element, all child model elements of the sub diagram will also be attached. |
Adding an existing diagram as sub diagram
Right click on a selected shape, select Sub Diagrams > Add Existing Diagrams... from the pop-up menu.
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| Add an existing diagram as sub diagram |
When the Add Sub Diagrams dialog box pops out, select a sub diagram and then click OK button.
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| Add Sub Diagrams dialog box |
Removing sub diagram
- Move the mouse over a shape, press its resource icon Sub Diagrams and select Edit Sub Diagrams... from the pop-up menu.
Click Edit Sub Diagrams... - In the specification dialog box, select a sub diagram that you want it to be removed from the list and click Remove button. When the Confirm Remove dialog box pops out, click Yes button to confirm the deletion.
- Finally, click OK button to proceed.
| 2. Reference to diagrams and shapes | Table of Contents | 4. Showing sub diagrams and reference indicators |