You can open help files for patterns
and parameters in the
Pattern Explorer view.
The documentation opens in the
Help window and
provides a way to compare multiple pattern capabilities and requirements.
About this task
To view the pattern help files and overview
diagrams:
Procedure
- In the Pattern Explorer view, right-click
a pattern or parameter, and click
- In the Pattern Explorer view, click
a pattern or a parameter and then click the Short Description tab.
A pattern author has the option to add
a short description that is a brief summary of the use of the pattern
or includes hints to specify arguments for parameters. This information
is added to the pattern or parameter short description properties.
- In the Pattern Explorer view, click
a pattern element and click the Overview tab.
The overview diagram appears on the Overview tab.