Creating parts in capsule-based structure diagrams

In capsule-based structure diagrams, you can create a part inside the diagram to define the structure of the capsule. You cannot create a part on the border of a capsule.

About this task

To create a part:

Procedure

  1. In the Project Explorer view, right-click a capsule; then click Open Structure Diagram.
  2. In the Palette, click Capsule Part.
  3. In the diagram editor, click inside the structure diagram where you want to create the part.
  4. Complete one of the following steps:
    • To create a part based on a new capsule, click Create Capsule, type a name for the capsule, and click OK.
    • To use an existing capsule, click Select existing element. In the Select Element dialog box, select a capsule and click OK.

Results

Tip: You can also drag a capsule into a structure diagram from the Project Explorer view. The type of part that you create depends on the capsule class that you drag.

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