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Sparx Enterprise Architetc Pattern Integration with a Custom Toolbox

I have a problem in adding a pattern in Sparx Enterprise Architect.

I created a diagram and then saved as a pattern as is shown in the following figure.

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In addition, I designed my own custom toolbox using MDG technology, and I want to integrate that diagram with my toolbox to be something similar to the following figure

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I just need to integrate that pattern (XML file) with my custom toolbox in MDG technology.

Solution

  • Pretty much straight forward. Once you create your MDG

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    check the Patterns box. Now the next after the profiles will ask for your patterns:

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    Locate your pattern files (best they were saved in a separate directory) and include your pattern(s).

    Your MDG should now include the added pattern(s).

    To refer the pattern in a toolbox you need to add <profileID>::<patternName>(UMLPattern) manually where appropriate.