Creating a New GDS
When you create a new GDS, note the following:
● Data types defined in a chart or inherited from a parent chart take precedence over data types defined in a GDS.
● GDS cannot reference information in other GDS in a circular manner. For example, GDS A cannot reference GDS B, if B references information in A.
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2. Enter a name for the new GDS in the GDS Name text box.
3. Click OK to confirm your choice. The GDS Properties dialog box displays.
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5. In the Element Name text box, enter a name for the new element.
7. Select the appropriate type from the Element Type pull-down menu.
8. Click OK. The GDS Properties dialog box refreshes so that you can define the new GDS element.For more information on using the Properties dialog box to define elements, see Element Properties and Libraries and Components.