The module library is an integrated “database” for sub-system modules. Any sub-system can be added to the library, so that it can be re-used later on in other projects.
Modules are organized in the library in a normal file structure with folders and files.
From the Projects window:
From the Model window:
The library dialog lets you select a folder for the module and modify some information:
Library - Select a folder for the module. This list is initially empty, until folders have been added to the library. To add a folder, right-click in this list and select New.
Name - Give a name for your module. If the name is the same as a module in the same folder, that module will be overwritten.
Image - Click to select an image for the module. The image will be displayed in the library list.
Description - Enter a description for the module. It is recommended that the description includes the following information:
Click Ok to add the module.
From the Projects window:
From the Model window:
The library list let you navigate the library hierarchy. Once a module is selected, information about it will be displayed in the fields to the right.
Click Ok to add the module.
Caution! When adding a module from the library to a project that already contains modules, Ecolego will search for input/output names in the new module that matches the input/output names of the existing modules. If matches are found, the user will be prompted if he wants to automatically connect these. This is only recommended for users that are familiar with the library modules - mistakes are easily made unless the module library is carefully constructed.
To manage the library, select File | Library | Manage library….
The library window lets you change module information and create, rename or delete folders. It also lets you import a library or export the library.