mistudio:design_editor:basic_layout:basic_shapes:start
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Basic Shapes
Basic Shapes are found in the Basic Layout group in the MIStudio Design Editor palette.
These graphics are commonly used for layout, value display, fill indicators, and simple visual status displays.
Many basic shape graphics share common Active Graphic behavior, including visibility, colors, labels, number formatting, minimum and maximum values, fill behavior, and data source input behavior.
Graphics in This Group
| Graphic | Description |
|---|---|
| Box | Rectangular fillable display graphic. Useful for values, bars, tanks, and layout areas. |
| Circle | Round or oval fillable display graphic. Often used as an LED or lamp-style indicator. |
| RoundedBox | Box-style graphic with rounded corners. Useful for softer dashboard panels or display areas. |
| GradientBox | Box-style graphic with gradient coloring. Useful for visual panels or display areas. |
| Polygon | Shape graphic used for custom polygon-style display areas. |
Shared Behavior
Most basic shape graphics are Active Graphics and share common display behavior.
They may support:
- Value display
- Fill and unfilled colors
- Fill direction
- Labels
- Number formatting
- Minimum and maximum values
- Visibility
- Bezel or panel styling
- Data source connections
See Active Graphic for common graphic properties.
Main Examples
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