Using the Insert Element Feature

Accessing the Insert Element Option

1. Locate the Toolbox: The toolbox contains various tools you can use in your diagram. Find the specific tool you want to work with.

2. Open Context Menu: Right-click on the tool button in the toolbox. This action opens a context menu.

3. Select 'Insert Element': From the context menu, choose the "Insert Element" option.

Behavior Based on Context

The "Insert Element" feature behaves differently based on what is currently selected in the diagram editor.

Scenario 1: No Selection

Default Position and Size: If nothing is selected in the diagram editor, using "Insert Element" will add the element to the diagram at a default position and with a default size.

Scenario 2: Selected Elements

Container Element: If you use "Insert Element" for a container element (like a group box or a frame) while having multiple elements selected:

• The new container will encompass all selected elements.
• The selected elements will be added inside this newly created container.

Non-Container Element: If you use "Insert Element" for a non-container element (like a shape or an icon) while having multiple elements selected:

• The new element will be inserted in such a way that it covers all the selected elements.

Connector: If you use "Insert Element" for a connector (like a line or an arrow) while having multiple elements selected:

• The connector will be inserted to link the active element (indicated by a hatched selection outline) with the other selected elements.