Custom Properties as Display Fields

[Shahzad Godil]

Hi All,

My case is that I have different custom properties added for each shape.
These are about 6 to 8 custom properties for each shape. I want to show
these custom properties around my orignal shape. And if that orignal shape
move, all its related display fields should be move and should retain its
position around orignal box.

Thanks
Shahzad Godil
Karachi-Pakistan.

 

[David Parker [Visio MVP]]

The Custom Callouts on the Visio Extras / Callouts stencil should do that...

 

[Perry]

You can also do this:

1. Open the text field area
2. Click on Insert, Field.
3. Select Custom Forumla
4. Type ={property name on the object}
ex. The shape contains a custom property called prop.LocCity the custom
formula would be: =prop.LocCity

The field should display as long as it is populated with information and you
can manipulate it with regards to text formating, where it goes, etc.