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Self-Message
A Self-Message reflects a new process or method invoked within the calling lifeline's operation. It is a specification of a Message, typically in a Sequence diagram.
Self-Message as Return:
It is possible to depict a return from a Self Message call.
How to:
To create a Self Message return, follow the steps below:
Step |
Action |
---|---|
1 |
Create a second Self Message at the end of execution |
2 |
Double-click on the Message name to open the Message Properties dialog |
3 |
Select the Is Return checkbox |
4 |
Raise the Activation level of the return |
Self-Message Calls indicate a nested invocation; new activation levels are added with each Call.
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