Another one of characteristics that make inspiration a great tool to visualize ideas and their relationship to each other is the ability to change the symbols that represent the different topics and sub-topics.

Types of Symbols

• the "bubble" graphic where the words appear inside the graphic. These can be a distinishguish by the blank sections inside the graphic.
• the "picture" graphic where the words appear directly below the graphic. These include clip art and graphics of cute animals, etc.

Symbol Libraries

Inspiration comes with a vast collection of symbols and graphics.

1. The symbol palette (usually located on the left hand side of the screen) can be turned off and on by going to View on the menu bar and down to Symbol Palette (F8).
2. To change the library you are currently viewing, click and hold the arrow pointing down (shown) at the top of the Symbol Palette. The arrows pointing to the right and left move you to the next or previous library.

Changing the Symbol

To change the symbol on your diagram First select the symbol you want to change. Go to the Symbol Palette (on the left). Choose the symbol on the symbol palette and click. Your symbol is now different.

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Written by Dan McDowell
Last updated on July 16, 1998