D.3 Options on the View Menu

Table D-3 Options: View Menu

Option

Description

Zoom In

Increases an item's size. You can also slide the Zoom slider in the main toolbar. To reset Zoom to 100%, click the Zoom Restore icon.

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Zoom Out

Decreases an item's size. You can also slide the Zoom slider in the main toolbar. To reset Zoom to 100%, click the Zoom Restore icon.

Grid

Provides a grid, so that you can align items. See Section 7.11.3, Using a Grid.

Alignment Hints

Helps you see relationships in your model. You can align or attach items to the left, center, or right of alignment guides. See Section 7.11, Aligning and Laying Out Components.

Rulers

Turns rulers off and on, to help with alignment and layout. See Section 7.11.2, Using Rulers.