Resizing Objects
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When you add entities, tables or views to your data model, ER/Studio Data Architect automatically determines the optimal dimensions of the object to fit the text and display the text of the object. However, you can resize data model objects such as entities, shapes, tables, text blocks, and views to control the presentation of your data models. For example, if you need to hide attributes in an entity or view, you can resize the entity or view to be smaller than the width of the longest attribute, therefore hiding text.
- You cannot resize the Title Block of a data model.
- Manually Resize Data Model Objects
- Automatically Resize Data Model Objects to Fit Text
Manually Resize Data Model Objects
You can manually resize entities, shapes, tables, text blocks, and views to control the presentation of your data models.
- In the Data Model Window, select the object you want to resize.
- Place the cursor over one of the handles, and then click and drag to resize the object.
Automatically Resize Data Model Objects to Fit Text
ER/Studio Data Architect can automatically resize entities, tables, and views to display the entire object name and displayed contents.
- In the Data Model Window, select the object you want to resize.
- Choose Format > Resize Entity/View.
The object is resized to accommodate the full width of the text.
If you want to adjust the object size manually, grab a sizing handle and reposition the object boundaries.
- You can also resize the selected object to fit the text by pressing CTRL+R or by right-clicking the object and then selecting Resize.