Viewing data in table and matrix views

The product provides additional methods to view model data. A table view performs a query on a selected element type and displays a detailed list of its various attributes and relations. A matrix view displays queries showing the relations among selected model elements.

These views provide the following development capabilities:

Procedure

To create either the table or matrix view, follow these general steps:

  1. Select any area of the model in the Rational Rhapsody browser where you want to store a table or matrix layout (query design).
  2. Define a layout for the table or matrix (as described in the following topics) and save it in the selected browser location.
  3. Define a view of the model data using the previously defined layout. This view also gives you the opportunity to define the scope of the query for the view.
  4. In the browser, double-click the defined view to display the results of the query in the drawing area.
  5. To edit the data displayed in a view, use the Features window for the view and click the Refresh button Refresh button to update the view.
    Note: Data displayed in views cannot be edited directly in a view. You must use the Features window for a view to make your edits.
  6. To export the data, right-click the data in the drawing area and select Copy.

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