How to customize a symbol

Chapter 4 Managing Profiles

How to customize a symbol

You customize the format of a symbol using the Symbol Format dialog box. Format parameters are available in the different sub-tabs of the Symbol Format dialog box:

Size: to define a size, auto adjustment and aspect ratio
Line Style: to define the color, width, style, and corners of lines, and the display of arrows on lines
Fill: to define the symbol fill color and style
Shadow: to add a shadow to the symbol and define its color
Font: to define the font style and size of the symbol
Custom Shape: to modify the default shape of a symbol by selecting among bitmaps, metafiles, or icons

For more information on the Symbol Format dialog box, see the "Modifying symbol appearance" section in the "Model Graphics" chapter in the General Features Guide .