Quick Drop Shortcut Plugins for creating local variable

[Christie]

Hi there,

I just found the quick drop plugin functionality of Labview 2011 (I had 8.6.1 before).  I found that a shortcut (default CTRL-D) allows me to create controls or constants.  I have always wanted a way of creating local variables for one or more controls and this looks like the way to go.  I had a look at the plugin VIs, but couldn't find a way to make it create local variables instead of constants.  How can I do this, or are there plugin VIs I can download to do this?

Best Regards,

Christie

[GerdW]

Hi Christie,

just one thought came to my mind: When you need local variables that often you are doing something wrong...

[Christie]

Hi GerdW,

(Tongue in cheek) I don't like terminals!  Whenever I need to copy a piece of code, terminals get duplicated.  I move all my terminals off to the right of the diagram of my main VI, except for booleans that are used in event structures.  Whenever I need to show a hidden control, I know where to find the terminal... sort of.

Well I guess I don't use them much in subVIs, but in front end VIs it would really help a lot if it was easier to create local variables for the 20 configuration input controls or sensor display indicators I've just created.

Cheers

[Darren]

Christie,

You can use my Commands for "Create" Menu Options shortcut that I posted on the Quick Drop Enthusiasts group to be able to bulk-create local variables from control/indicator terminals on the diagram.

[GregFreeman]

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@Christie wrote:

Hi GerdW,

(Tongue in cheek) I don't like terminals!  Whenever I need to copy a piece of code, terminals get duplicated.  I move all my terminals off to the right of the diagram of my main VI, except for booleans that are used in event structures.  Whenever I need to show a hidden control, I know where to find the terminal... sort of.

Well I guess I don't use them much in subVIs, but in front end VIs it would really help a lot if it was easier to create local variables for the 20 configuration input controls or sensor display indicators I've just created.

Cheers

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Control click drag will copy without copying the terminal

[Christie]

Darren,

Thanks for that.  It sounds like what I need.  I'll be sure to try it Monday.

GerdW,

I was not aware of this... I was sure that when I did CTRL-drag it copied the terminal too.  (Maybe because I've been using 8.6.1 until yesterday.)  I assume it will then just leave the wire disconnected?

Cheers