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    Device tag changes when symbols are moved

    Product(s): Promis.e, Bentley Substation
    Version(s): through 08.11.13.140
    Environment: N/A
    Area: Administration Features
    Subarea: Options

    Problem Description

    When I move schematic symbols, sometimes their device tag changes.  How to stop this from happening?

    Steps to Resolve

    1. Open a page in the project or select the project in Project Manager.

    2. Select Options > Project Options > Display Formats.

    3. Clear the Adjust device ID when symbol(s) is moved" check box.

    4. Click OK.

    See Also

    Template Project Options - V8i

      Original Author: Matt_P

    Keywords: drag

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    • Matt_P Created by Communities MVP Matt_P
    • When: Thu, Sep 4 2014 3:48 PM
    • Matt_P Last revision by Communities MVP Matt_P
    • When: Fri, Mar 16 2018 4:23 PM
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