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Change the Source or Target Element
After you have created a connector between two elements, you might later want to change either the source or target. Instead of deleting and re-creating the connector, Enterprise Architect enables you to change the source or target. There are two ways of doing this: using the Set Source and Target dialog or using the mouse.
How to:
To change the source or target element of a connector using the Set Source and Target dialog, follow the steps below:
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Right-click on the connector to open the context menu |
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Select the Advanced | Set Source and Target menu option The Set Source and Target dialog displays |
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Click on the drop-down arrows on the From Element and To Element fields, and select the source and target elements |
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Click on the OK button to apply changes |
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To change the source or target element of a connector using the mouse, follow the steps below:
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Click on the connector and position the cursor over the 'handle' at one end |
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When the cursor changes, click the mouse and drag the handle to the new element |
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Notes:
- The connector does not actually move until you release the mouse button over the new source or target element; however:
- A dotted line shows where the connector would be during the move
- The solid outline of the nearest element or extension changes to a hatched outline as you move the cursor onto it; this helps you identify where the connector should connect to, if there are many closely-arranged elements, Parts, Ports and other extensions
