Target Audience: Basic User
Article #: 9210
Summary
This Instruction Article explains how to change a shared or global variable in CODESOFT.
Preparation
- The shared or global variable already exists
- Default folder (e.g. Shared data sources) pointing to correct locations

Instructions
Step 1: Open CODESOFT
Step 2: Select Tools / Shared data sources management and select from the list of the data source type you want to edit. Options include:
- Counters…
- When Printed…
- Advanced…
- Lists…

Step 3: Select the correct list (name on left side of screen) and then use the right side of the screen to add, edit, or delete data.

Additional Comments
Tested Using: CODESOFT Enterprise v2018
Warning: Do not try to edit the files containing the shared information directly. CODESOFT attempts to prevent access to those files. We advise not trying to override those protections. Change a shared or global variable in CODESOFT to take advantage of the features found in the program as described above. You do not need to open a design file to make the change.