Step 8: Link files and insert hyperlinks
Applies to: viflow (subscription | 9 | 8) | Article: 1556215 | Updated on 26.04.2024
viflow information and processes can be linked to files (e.g. work instructions in PDF or Word format) – alternatively, hyperlinks can also be entered on websites.
1. How to link information to a file
- Right-click on the (information) arrow in the graphic and select Properties
- Click on button
in the Hyperlink box and click Select File...
- Select the file to be linked and confirm with Open
Information that contains a hyperlink or is associated with files is displayed in the Information window with a hyperlink icon 
marked.
Information with a hyperlink as well as processes and areas to which such information has been assigned are given a "document symbol" in the process graphic (in viflow and in the WebModel). 
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However, the information can also be assigned to the individual process (steps):
2. How to associate information with a process
- Right click on the process/branch symbol in the graphic and select Properties
- In the Information tab of the properties window, click the plus symbol [
] - Now select the information to add to the process
- Click OK
Tip: You can also view objects directly from the Inspector window in the Information tab of the process properties window to assign it to the process.
If you drag the information to the Distribution tab in the area properties window, it will be assigned to the area.