Symbol

Function

The “Symbol” object allows you to place a graphics in SVG format on the QPanel surface. SVG graphics are scalable vector graphics that can be zoomed in continuously without any loss in quality. In general, properties, such as fill color and outline, can be changed for the symbol. In addition, the symbol can be rotated and scaled. Please note, however, that symbols that consist of many elements take long to be loaded. If a dynamization is applied, too, this can lead to a computer overload.

Configuration

For dynamic behavior of the properties, see chapter Dynamization.

Select the symbol file path using the browser button. A property of a symbol can only be changed, if the “override” check box is checked.

In general, fill color, line width and line color can only be changed for the entire symbol. E.g., the fill color will be applied to all areas of the symbol. By clicking on the fill button, you can define a solid color or a gradient.

Example:

Symbol in the original	Symbol with overridden gradient	Symbol with overridden line color

The original state can be restored, if the “override” checkbox is deactivated for the respective property.

The symbol can be rotated or scaled. For this purpose, enter a rotation angle or a scaling factor for the height and the width.

In addition, you can save the symbol in the layout file.