This course explains how to define and apply styles, which are predefined formats that can be applied to multiple objects. Users will also learn about ShapeSheets, spreadsheets which contain information about each shape in the drawing, and the procedures for modifying a ShapeSheet to include custom properties. Finally, this course explains templates, which combine a drawing page with stencils and settings. Users will learn how to use existing templates and create new templates that include the stencils and settings they need.
Objectives:
Define and apply a style
Define custom properties for a shape
Create a drawing using an existing template
Create a new template
Topics:
Components of Visio Style
Using a Style with Visio 2002
Defining a Style
Using the Text Option
Using the Line and Fill Options
Deleting and Copying a Style
ShapeSheet Basics and Custom Properties
Adding Data to Existing Custom Properties
Defining New Custom Properties
Formatting Properties
Defining Values
Obtaining Reports Based on Custom Properties
Working with Templates
Formatting Shapes
Formatting Styles, Page, and Print Settings
Technical Requirements:
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Adobe Flash Player 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.
