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Properties pane
The Properties pane shows diagram or definition details, such as property names and values. By selecting any object in System Architect you can view the details without having to actual open them.
System Architect automatically updates the Properties pane when you select any object from the following areas:
Explorer: selecting a diagram or definition.
Diagram: selecting any symbol or diagram workspace.
Matrix: selecting any Cell, Column, or Row.
See also
Editing in the Properties pane
Properties