Changing the default setting for snapping diagram elements to the grid

In UML visualization, the grid provides a coordinate mechanism for you to move diagram elements in increments based on the grid size. But you can change the default setting for snapping diagram elements to the grid in new diagrams.

To change the default setting for snapping diagram elements to the grid:

1. Click Window > Preferences.

2. In the Preferences window, expand Modeling and click Rulers and Grid.

3. On the Rulers and Grid page, under Grid options, select or clear the Snap to grid for new diagrams check box and specify the grid spacing.

4. Click OK.

 

Parent topic

Customizing default settings for the grid and rulers in new diagrams

 

Related tasks

Setting the default for showing rulers
Setting the default for showing the grid