User Guide

Macros
Working with Macros
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User Guide Version 3.0
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Building Technologies
2017-11-30
10 Macros
This section provides instructions and background information for using Macros in
Desigo CC.
10.1 Working with Macros
This section provides step-by-step instructions for using Macros in Desigo CC. For
background information, see Macros Reference [➙ 366].
Perform the procedures in this section as needed.
10.1.1 Browsing the Existing Macros in the System
1. In System Browser, select Application View.
2. Select Applications > Logics > Macros.
 The macros configured in the system display in the Macros folder, and may
be further organized into subfolders under it.
3. To examine a particular macro, select it in System Browser.
 Properties and commands for the selected macro display in the Operation tab.
Related Topics
Properties and Commands of a Macro [➙ 367]
10.1.2 Executing a Macro from the Operation Tab
1. In System Browser, select Application View.
2. Select Applications > Logics > Macros > [Macro to be executed].
 The properties of the macro display in the Operation tab.
3. Click Enable to enable the macro.
4. Check that the Activity Status of the macro is Idle. If it is Running, you must
wait for the macro to finish, or click Abort to interrupt it.
5. Once the macro is both Enabled and Idle, click Execute to run it.
 The Activity Status changes to Executing, and then back to Idle when the
macro finishes running. An execution outcome message displays alongside the
button, and the Last Execution properties update accordingly.
Related Topics
Properties and Commands of a Macro [➙ 367]