To add types to the type tree

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About this task

Types are always created as a subtype of the currently selected type. A new type tree has a single root type. All types are added as subtypes of the root type and then as subtypes of other types.

Procedure

  1. Select the type under which you want to add a type. For example, select "Root".
  2. Choose one of the following methods to add a type:
    • Press Insert.
    • Right-click and choose Add from the context menu.

    The program will prompt for confirmation unless that setting has been disabled in the user preferences.

  3. If prompted, click Yes to confirm that you want to add a type.
  4. Enter a name for the type.
  5. Open the properties for the type (Type > Properties).
  6. Begin defining the type properties, such as Name, Class, Description, and so forth.
  7. After defining the properties, save changes.

What to do next

Continue adding types that define your data.