Filters

Overview

A filter is a reusable view definition used in the dataflow diagram to limit the visible objects based on selected criteria such as object types, layers, schemas, or groups.

Function

The Filters feature is used to save, apply, and delete reusable filter views in the dataflow diagram.

Filters help users work more efficiently in large or complex models by restoring predefined diagram views instead of manually reapplying the same filter settings each time.

Access

Filters are available in the dataflow diagram through the Filter Panel.

How to access

Navigation tree

Not applicable.

Toolbar

Diagram Toolbar → Filter Panel → Store current filter

Diagram Toolbar → Filter Panel → Apply filter

Diagram Toolbar → Filter Panel → Manage filters → Delete

Diagram

Available in the dataflow diagram through the Filter Panel.

Visual element

Filter Panel

Screen overview

The Filters feature provides the following functions:

  • Store current filter: Saves the current filtering criteria as a reusable profile.
  • Apply filter: Applies a previously saved filter to the current diagram view.
  • Delete filter: Removes a saved filter.

Confirmed filter criteria include object types, layers, schemas, and groups.

Related topics

  • Dataflow diagram
  • Search
  • Groups
  • Layers
  • Schemas