Free Model Quick Reference

A free model (FEM) provides a context-free environment for modeling any kind of objects or systems. You can use it to sketch simple visualizations or create entirely new forms of model by defining your own concepts and graphical symbols through an extension file.


FEM Communication Example

Creating a Free Model

Changing a Symbol Image

PowerDesigner provides a library of high-quality symbols to use in your models. To change the image associated with a symbol, right-click the symbol and select Change Image.


FEM Civics Example

Documentation

See the Extensions Quick Reference. For detailed documentation, see Customizing and Extending PowerDesigner > Extension Files.