Rockwell Automation 2706-MB1 MESSAGEVIEW 421 SOFTWARE MANUAL - Manual (Page 12)

1–2 Introducing MessageBuilder Configuration Software
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MessageBuilder software has a number of features that make
designing an application easier.
Tool or Menu Operation
MessageBuilder software runs under Microsoft Windows. Many
functions can be performed using tools, keystrokes, or menu
commands. Use any or all, whichever you find most convenient.
Selectable Preferences
MessageBuilder lets you set features of the workspace window to
those you prefer. Options such as the Standard Toolbar and the Status
Bar can be toggled on or off, and remain in that state until you
change them. See Page 7–14 for other preferences. When you create
a new application or when you start a new session, MessageBuilder
uses the latest settings.
Status Bar Information
The Status Bar at the bottom of the screen explains what is
happening at the moment. See Page 3–8.
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If you hold the left mouse button down while the cursor is over a
tool, the status bar explains what it does.
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If a process is going on, the status bar reports on how it is doing.
The three spaces at the right end of the status bar give the status of
the keyboard
CAPS LOCK , NUM LOCK , and SCROLL LOCK keys.
Help
The Help tools and commands provide a quick way to find
information about any part of MessageBuilder software. See Page
3–14 for a summary of the Help function. To access Help:
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Click on the Help Question tool and then on an item or command
to get context–sensitive help.
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Press F1 to get specific help on a subject.
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The Help Contents tool displays an index to Help topics.
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Select Contents, Search For Help On, or How To Use Help on the
Help menu, depending on what you need to know.
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Select About MessageBuilder to find the copyright date and
version number of MessageBuilder software if you need to call
Allen-Bradley for assistance.
MessageBuilder Software
Features