Rockwell Automation 2711-ND3 PanelBuilder v2.60 Software User Manual - Manual (Page 18)

1–2 Overview of PanelBuilder
Publication 2711-6.0
This section gives an overview of PanelBuilder features.
Tool or Menu Operation
PanelBuilder runs under Microsoft Windows. Tools, keystrokes or
menu commands are used to perform most functions. Use any or all,
whichever you find most convenient.
Spreadsheet Editors
Spreadsheets are used to simplify many editing operations, for
example to:
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edit states of multistate or list objects
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edit application text
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edit alarms and alarm triggers
Many formatting options for text and objects can be configured
directly from cells in the spreadsheet.
Selectable Preferences
Set features of the workspace window to those you prefer or like to
use often. Options like the tool bar and toolboxes can be toggled on
or off depending on their usage. PanelBuilder uses the last settings
when a new application is created or when you start a new session.
Help and Status Bar Information
Status bar and help options provide immediate online assistance.
Predefined Objects and Drawings
To simplify application development, PanelBuilder provides a set of
predefined objects (such as push buttons, bar graphs, ISA symbols).
Additional graphics are available to create your own drawings or to
enhance screens. You can also import bitmap graphics (monochrome
or color) created with other programs. A variety of format options
are available to change the appearance of objects and text.
Global Objects
A global object references an object that appears multiple times in an
application. Any non-graphic object can be designated as a global
object. You can access a global object from any screen. When
modifying a global object, PanelBuilder automatically updates all
links to it. The PanelView terminal stores one copy of a global
object regardless of the number of links to it.
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Tool Bar
Status Bar
Toolbox
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ISA Symbols
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Keypad
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Color Palette
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PanelBuilder Features