Loading MDL Applications automatically

Problem description

How to load MDL Applications automatically?

Solution

Below is the workflow that needs to be followed to Loading MDL Applications automatically  

MDL applications that require more control over OpenBuildings Designer are referred to as "initapps" after the name of the configuration variable (MS_INITAPPS) that specifies them.

 Using the Design Applications configuration variable is the preferred way to load MDL applications automatically.

1. Select File > Settings > Configuration > Configuration Variables.The Configuration Variables dialog opens.

2. In the Category list box, select Design Applications. The controls for selecting applications for automatic loading are shown to the right in the dialog.

3. In the Available Applications list box, select an MDL application that you want to load automatically upon start-up.
   
   
4. Click Add. The application's name is shown in the Applications to the Load list box.
   
   
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all the desired applications' names appear in the Applications to the Load list box.