Copying and moving UML model elements

You can copy or move a UML model element to another UML model or model element. All the model elements that the selected model element contains, including relationships, are copied or moved along with it.

About this task

To copy or move a model element:

Procedure

  1. In the Project Explorer view, right-click a model element.
  2. Complete one of the following steps:
    • To copy the model element, click Copy. Right-click the model or model element in which you want the model element to be displayed; then click Paste.
    • To move the model element, click Refactor > Move. In the Move Element window, specify where to move the model element and click OK.

What to do next

Tip: You can also move one or several model elements by selecting them in the Project Explorer view and dragging them to the new location.

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