gPROMS ModelBuilder version 2.3.1

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Connection Types editor
The graphical view of the Connection Type is defined using the “Graphical representation” tab (Figure 3.3). A
preview of a connection based on this Connection Type is shown on the tab.
3.2.3.1 Changing the colour specification
To change the colour of the Port or the connection, simply click the arrow next to the colour for the Port or
connection colour, and select a suitable colour from the drop-down list (Figure 3.3). The drop-down list includes a
selection of standard colours, but a new colour can be created from the Advanced option if desired. To do this:
Click on the button next to colour
Select the suitable options in the tabs:
o “Swatches”: allows the user to select the suitable colour
o “HSB”: Hue, Saturation, Brightness
o “RGB”: Red-Green-Blue tone
click OK
The user-defined colour will appear at the bottom of the colour drop-down list with the name of “Custom”.
3.2.3.2 To change the connection line thickness
Similarly, to change the thickness of the connection line, simply click the arrow next to the “Connection thickness”
label, and select a suitable thickness from the drop-down list.
Line thickness
Figure 3.3 Graphical representation tab
Advanced colour options
Colour options