Add Shape Tools

Introduction

You can add simple shapes to the graphic page using one of the add shape tools:

Use the Drawing Wizard to add complex shapes from a symbol library.

To add a new shape to the canvas:

Select the appropriate tool:, , , , .
Press the mouse button down on the drawing canvas to start the new shape.
Drag the cursor to define the size and orientation of the new shape.
As you drag the cursor the size or length of the new shape will be shown in the Current Action Status Bar Indicator
Release the mouse button to complete the shape.

When using the Add Rectangle Tool , or the Add Ellipse Tool , hold the <Shift> key down to force the shape to be a square or circle.

When using the Add Line Tool , hold the <Shift> key down to constrain the direction of the line to one of the four compass directions:

When using any Add Tool, hold the <Alt> key down to draw a shape centered on the starting point.

Use the Selection Methods and Tools to reposition shapes or move the points that define the shape.

When a shape is selected, edit the Shape Properties using the Properties Window

Use the Pen Tool to:

While in add shape mode you can temporarily switch to the last select mode, by holding down the <Ctrl> key down.

For how to add text to the drawing canvas.

For the different tools available to edit graphic pages.

For information about editing graphic pages in Fernhill SCADA.

For the meaning of terms used in Fernhill SCADA.