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Change Style/Color Tool

What it Does​

Applies visual styling to pattern elements based on their functional style, creating an intelligent color-coding system that instantly communicates purpose and hierarchy. Each element type receives specific color, stroke width, and dash pattern attributes for pattern documentation.

tip

Use one of the standard styles or create one of your own with the Add Custom/Color Style tool.

How to Use​

  1. Activate the tool by clicking the Change Style/Color icon
  2. Select one or more pattern elements to modify (points, lines, or curves)
  3. Choose the appropriate style from the available options in the drop-down based on the element's function
  4. Select Preview to see the changes
  5. Click Save to apply the new visual styling or Cancel to abort

Element Styles & Visual Legend​

The style drop-down list includes a preview of three styles for each color.

You can quickly filter the option list by typing in the box. For example: enter 'blue' to see all the colors that contain the word blue. Current colors include:

  • Orange
  • Black
  • Bright Green
  • Green
  • Dark Green
  • Grey
  • Aqua Blue
  • Blue
  • Dark Blue
  • Red
  • Pink
  • Purple
  • Dark Purple
  • Brown
  • White

Each color has three options: a solid fill, a stroke and a dashed stroke. The style will differ depending on the element it is applied to. There is a sample of a point, a line and text for each style in the drop-down.