The Next and Previous functions will change the dataset on the following objects:

 

•Plots

•Data Windows

•Tokens in Text Boxes

•Custom Tokens

•Batch Processing Actions

 

In order to use the Next/Previous functions to change datasets, each of the following conditions must be met:

 

•A Data List has been defined;

•The object(s) to change (e.g., a plot) are selected or in edit mode, if datasets are to be changed on only certain objects;

•The selected object(s) display or are linked to a dataset in the list, and finally;

•The selected object(s), e.g., a histogram, 2D plot, and/or Token, must have the Change data file during Next/Prev/Batch option enabled (Figure 20.8).

 

 

To change the dataset on one or more selected objects to the next or previous dataset:

 

1. Select the plots you wish to change.  If you wish to change all plots, you need not select them and the current selection is irrelevant.

2. Use one of the three following methods:

•Use the Data→Change Data on Selection/Change Data on All Objects→Next (or Previous) command.

•Use the keyboard shortcuts Alt+Right arrow for Next or Alt+Left arrow for Previous.

•Right-click on the selected object and choose Next or Prev from the pop-up menu.

•In the Data List, click on the file to which you would like to change and select the appropriate choice from the Data List Actions window.

•Use the Data→Change Data on Selection/Change Data on All Objects→Select. This command will open the Select a Data File window, which will allow you to select another data file, either in the Data List or from another location.

3. Please note that new Snapshots will not be recorded while changing the data on Selected object(s), and previous Iteration (automatic) Snapshots will be discarded.

4. The user can also change the data within all objects by selecting an iteration number from the Iteration drop down menu.