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MDG_NewClass

Add-Ins can use MDG_NewClass to alter details of a Class before it is created.

This method is called when Enterprise Architect generates a new Class, and requires information relating to assigning the language and file path. The file path should be passed back as a return value and the language should be passed back via the language parameter.

Syntax

Function MDG_NewClass (Repository As EA.Repository, PackageGuid As String, CodeID As String, Language As String) As String

The MDG_NewClass function syntax contains these parameters.

Parameter

Type

See also

CodeID

String

Direction: IN

Description: A string used to identify the code element before it is created.

MDG_View

Language

String

Direction: OUT

Description: A string used to identify the programming language for the new Class. The language must be supported by Enterprise Architect.

PackageGuid

String

Direction: IN

Description: The GUID identifying the Enterprise Architect Package sub-tree that is controlled by the Add-In.

Repository

EA.Repository

Direction: IN

Description: An EA.Repository object representing the currently open Enterprise Architect model. Poll its members to retrieve model data and user interface status information.

Repository Class

Return Value

Returns a string containing the file path that should be assigned to the Class.

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