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Export to Graphics

You can export your diagram to image file format and then use it graphical representation in external applications. For example, insert a diagram image into your program documentation (e.g. use in the MS Word), create big posters with diagram, publish to Web,

The following image types are supported:

  • Vector graphics: Windows Enhanced Metafile (EMF). Use the File | Export | Vector Graphics menu item.
  • Bitmap image: PNG, GIF, JPEG, BMP. Use the File | Export | Image menu item

When you select a neccessary image type from the File | Export menu, the Save As dialog will appear. Then select the graphic format you need (i.e. PNG for the Image menu item, and EMF for the Vector Graphics). Type in the name of the graphics file. Click OK to save the file.

Please note, that exporting diagram to the vector graphics format allows you to freely scale diagram at any size without any noticeable distortions. It enables you to create big posters with the diagram to demonstrate data logic of your application.

 

 


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