Framework Link Properties

Framework architects can modify a link properties from its property sheet by enabling the Framework Design Mode, and double-clicking a link in the framework diagram.

For more information about enabling the Framework Design Mode, see Designing Framework Matrices and Diagrams.

The General tab contains the following properties:

Property

Description

Name

Specifies the name of the item, which should be clear and meaningful, and should convey the item's purpose for non-technical user's.

Code

Specifies the technical name of the item, which is used for generating scripts.

Comment

Provides descriptive information about the link.

Stereotype

Sub-classification used to extend the semantics of the item. You can create stereotypes in the Profile category of the resource file attached to the current project.

First object

Specifies the node that the link leads from. You can click the Properties tool to the right of the list to view the properties of the selected object.

Second object

Specifies the node that the link leads to. You can click the Properties tool to the right of the list to view the properties of the selected object.