Convert a graphic to a shape by selecting the graphic and choosing the Convert to Shape command on the Arrange menu. You can also convert a shape to a graphic, but any activity data or VBA attached to the shape is lost.
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In iGrafx, shapes are intelligent and graphics serve as communication aids. Graphics use callout lines to connect them to shapes and other objects.
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Convert a graphic to a shape by selecting the graphic and choosing the Convert to Shape command on the Arrange menu. You can also convert a shape to a graphic, but any activity data or VBA attached to the shape is lost. |
Some differences between shapes and graphics are:
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Place from the Toolbox toolbar or the Shape Palettes window. |
Create using Draw Tool from the Draw toolbar. |
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Intelligent connector lines with automatic routing identify the flow. |
Can be attached to connector lines, but do not use them for connection. BPMN diagrams will automatically create association lines when connecting to a graphic. |
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You may add simulation modeling data and VBA code to a shape. |
Are simple objects. |
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Represent activities in a diagram or model. |
Communicate additional information about the diagram or activity |
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