Graphical display of string objects

Introduction

A string object can be represented in multiple ways on a process diagram. Your choice will depend upon the nature of the object. Use the examples below for inspiration when deciding on which display type to choose.

Rectangular field

The most common way of presenting string objects is showing the text string (message) in a rectangular field.

Click the graphic below to learn how.

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Standard descriptors

The new standard descriptors in IGSS provide new ways of showing string objects. The most useful ones are:

Edit box

Text box

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