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Visualizing Metadata Models in ER Diagram Format using Framework Manager

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Question

How can I visualize a metadata model from Framework Manager in an ER diagram format?

Answer

To visualize a metadata model from Framework Manager in an ER diagram format, follow these steps:
1. Open the model in Framework Manager.
2. Navigate to the Diagram tab to view relationships between objects.
3. Use the Diagram tab to expand objects and namespaces, showing the object hierarchy and relationships.
4. Set the focal point using the 'Set Focal Point' feature under the Diagram menu.
5. Visualize join relationships between query items by selecting two query items, right-clicking, and choosing 'Launch Context Explorer.'
Additional actions:
- Save the diagram for printing by clicking Diagram, Screen capture, and specifying the name of the picture.
- Launch the Context Explorer by right-clicking an object in the Diagram tab and clicking Launch Context Explorer.
- Print the diagram in the Context Explorer by right-clicking the Context Explorer background and clicking Print.

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Modified date:
10 February 2026

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