9.1.2. Diagram Defaults

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9.1.2. Diagram Defaults

Diagram Defaults

Figure 9.2. Diagram Defaults

The Diagram Defaults tab allows you to set default properties for all new diagrams. These are explained below.

  • Portrait indicates that the diagram is in portrait orientation on the page. If this is unchecked, then landscape orientation is assumed.

  • Paper type allows you to select from a list of paper sizes (e.g., A4, Letter, etc.).

  • Background color allows you to set a default background color for all new diagrams. See Colors for more information on setting colors.

  • New Window: Width allows you to set default width (in pixels) of the window when a new diagram is created. You can either enter a number manually or use the increment / decrement buttons.

  • New Window: Height allows you to set default height (in pixels).

  • New Window: Magnify allows you to set the default zoom value (in percent) for a new diagram. You can either enter a number manually or use the increment / decrement buttons.

  • Connection Points: Visible determines whether connection points will be visible by default on new diagrams. When working with a diagram, this can be toggled on or off using the View->Show Connection Points on the Diagram menu bar.