The following table describes the parameters in the Preferences area.

Parameter

Description

Enable Recommendations

Shows (or hides) tooltips that specify recommended values or ranges.

Default: Selected

When you enter a value or range that is not recommended or outside the recommended range, the Method Editor application changes the border color of the affected workflow object and parameter box to yellow.

Do the following:

  • Hover the pointer over the yellow parameter box to view the recommended value or range.
  • Right-click the parameter box and select Apply Recommended Value.
  • NOTE: Whether you choose to ignore the recommendation or use the recommended value, the border color returns to normal.

Enable Favorites

Shows (or hides) the stars that designate favorite parameters.

Default: Selected

Restore Default Favorites

Resets all favorites to the default factory setting.

Default: Deselected

Restore Advanced Template Messages

Restores the System Templates dialog box that prompts you when a template has additional online information.

Default: Deselected