Changing the graph layout properties of a diagram

Use the Properties view of the workbench to modify and apply graph layouts to your diagram.

Before you begin

About this task

To control the placement of tables or entities on the diagram, modify the Graph Layout properties.

Procedure

To modify the graph layout settings for a diagram:

  1. Click a blank area of the diagram to open the Properties view. If the Properties view is not visible, use the main menu to open it: Window > Show View > Properties.
  2. Open the Layout tab in the Properties view, then select the Graph Layout tab at the top of the Properties view.
  3. Select an option from the Graph Layout list. Then click the Apply the selected graph layout configuration link.
  4. Modify the settings for the layout by using the tabs at the bottom of the Properties view.
    Tip: To better view descriptions for each of the layout types, expand the Properties view. Double-click the Properties tab to expand it within the workspace. After you have modified the properties, double-click the Properties tab to view the rest of your workspace.
  5. Apply the settings to the graph layout by opening the Choose Graph Layout tab and clicking the Apply the selected graph layout configuration link.

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