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Basics
Objects
IP-Symcon contains seven different types of objects:
Objects can be categories, instances, variables, scripts, events, media, or links.
Beside the described functionality, every type of object provides further functionality and options that depend on the type.
Every object is identified by a fixed and unchangable ID (identification number). This leads to multiple advantages:
- Every object is unique and distintively identifiable
- The name of an object can be changed at any time
- Bigger projects are processed faster
- Extensive functions of object management
- Performant links within the software
Add Object
Add a new object. A dialog is opened that configures all relevant settings step by step. For further information, see Invalid Link: Add Object.
Rename Object
Change the name of an object. The ObjectID and Ident remain unchanged. Multiple objects can have the same name.
Edit Object
Every object offers the option "Edit Object". It can be used to read different informations and configure settings.
ObjectID
Every object within IP-Symcon posesses a unique and unchangable identification number (ObjectID). Thus, every object is distinctively identifiable and referencable.
Name
This is the name of the object. The name is also used when the object is shown in Visualizations.
Description
This is a description of the object. It can be used to store important notes and provide a direct description.
Ident
Objects possess an additional identifier Ident. Unlike a name, every value of Ident within a category of the logical tree view needs to be distinct.
Icon
This is a symbol that is used in Visualizations. For further informations, see Icons.
Visibility
The check box controls whether the object is shown in the Visualizations or remains hidden.
Usability
The usability controls if an object is active. If the usability is deactivated, the object is shown in grey in the Visualizations and cannot be controlled.
Sort Objects
Position the object at any position in the object tree. This option also controls the position in the Visualizations.
Copy ObjectID
Copy the ObjectID into the clipboard. It is useful to insert the IDs into scripts. ("Right click->Insert" or "Ctrl + V" in the editor)
Link Object
Create a link to the object. Multiple links can refer to the same object. The position of the link object is chosen in the dialog window.
Duplicate Object
Create an identical object with its own distinct ObjectID.
Delete Object
Delete the object and all its children, if applicable.