Define variables for use with products
Variables are items in a product that can vary with each product requirement in an order, such as, colour, size, quantities ... The variables table is used to define all the variables in use. To access the variables table, at the main screen:-
● Select: Libraries - Variables table
The items in each column are used to define how the variable operates, for example, the default value, the allowed ranges etc.
Each variable name must be unique. Once a variable is defined it can be used in the part library or product library in any place where a variable is allowed. When entering the variable name in the part or product library the variable must still be surrounded by the @ symbol, for example, @DOORCOLOUR@.
Save (the table is
saved to a database/library)
New
(also Return on the last line to create a
new line)
Delete (move to a line and
select Delete)
Print ('Print setup' and
'Print preview' are on the 'File' menu
Help
Exit
These options are also on the menus and on the 'Edit' menu are the usual 'Cut, Copy, Paste' options); 'Find' to locate an item; 'Insert line' to add a line between other lines.
Notes
- Variables can be used in the part and product library without setting up the variable in the variable table but it is best to use the variable table whenever possible as this gives more control over the data added.
