Creating and Using User-defined Function Blocks
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Exporting User-defined Function Blocks
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Additional Information
• The password must be between 6 and 16 alphanumeric characters. The fol-
lowing characters cannot be used in user-defined function block names:
\ / : * ? " < > | % # .
• If the OK Button is clicked with no password set, the function block will not
have a password and anyone can access and edit it.
5. Create the programming.
Double-click the page in the user-defined function block and create the
programming as usual by placing and connecting function blocks.
6. Save the user-defined function block.
Select User-defined Function Block - Save from the File Menu.
When a user-defined function block that is used in the program is edited
and saved, the user-defined function blocks that are used in the program
will change immediately.
Additional Information
Previously created programming can be converted to user-defined function
blocks.
Procedure: Right-click the page to be converted to a function block under the
Program folder in the Project Window and select Register as User-defined
Function Block.
User-defined function blocks can be exported and used in other project files.
Precautions for Correct Use
Test the operation of user-defined function blocks sufficiently before distribut-
ing them for application.
Section 6-5