Join-the-dots link lines

Do you have features you'd like to see in future releases of DataStage, MetaStage, Parameter Manager, Version Control or one of the other tools represented on this forum? Post your ideas here!

Moderators: chulett, rschirm

Post Reply
PhilHibbs
Premium Member
Premium Member
Posts: 1044
Joined: Wed Sep 29, 2004 3:30 am
Location: Nottingham, UK
Contact:

Join-the-dots link lines

Post by PhilHibbs »

The current system of drawing links on the design form can lead to some pretty funky diagrams. This could be improved by adding multiple segments to a link, and moving the corners around like in a simple Visio diagram.

This would complicate the calculation of where a label can be placed, as currently these are constrained to an area 'close' to the link. This could be resolved by allowing the user to place the label anywhere, this would allow a "status box" with all the link labels in it. A label can be identified with its link by clicking on it, this highlights the link.
Phil Hibbs | Capgemini
Technical Consultant
Post Reply