group lots of variables together on block diagram

[acolbourn]

I was just wondering if anyone knew of a good way to organize a ton of variables on the block diagram? For example, I have 32 switches in this program and everytime I need to read or write from them I have to use half of my screen just to fit them in.  I can't seem to think of a way for this to work using bundles or subvis.  I attached a picture of how I do things now but tips on how you guys do it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks

[nathand]

It would be easier to help if you attach your VI instead of a showing only a very limited screenshot.  From what I can see there, it looks like an array control might be more appropriate.  Also, most likely the sequence structure is unnecessary, and a shift register would be better than reading from and writing to the local variable, but those are just guesses.

[SynergyMike · Accepted solution]

Assuming you don't use indicators and controls in the same front panel space, you can put a cluster around the controls on the panel (would be helpful if you included a picture of the FP).  That's what I have done, but I have yet to need more than a half dozen controls in the same group.

Regards,

Michael Tracy

Synergy Microwave

[acolbourn]

That's a great trick, never knew you could make a cluster on the front panel.  Both your solutions will work, thanks!