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Figure 24: Symbol Instances Tester_1 and DUT_1
Symbol Outline
A Symbol outline is the rectangular graphical representation that specifies the layout for a
Symbol instance. It contains the pins and their names, as well as the name of the
underlying Block or Process. Figure 25 depicts the Symbol outline for Tester_1 in Symbol
Edit Mode. In this mode, it is possible to edit pin names, add new pins, etc.
Figure 25: Symbol Implemenation for Process Tester
Opening a Symbol Implementation While Viewing a Symbol Instance
To display in the Design Window a Symbol implementation (Process or Block) while a
Symbol instance is visible:
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Right-click on the Symbol instance in the Design Window to display a pull-down
menu and choose Open Implementation.
OR
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Double-click on the Symbol instance.
Opening a Symbol Implementation While Viewing a Symbol Outline
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