entry points and exit points

Entry and exit points are pseudostates used within a submachine. They allow connections from a state in the same chart into the entry or exit point of a submachine.

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An entry point is the point of entry to a submachine. It has a single transition to a state within the same region. An exit point is a point of exit for a submachine. Transitioning to an exit point implies the exit of the containing submachine state.

To add entry and exit points

1.    Double-click the submachine title bar to enter the submachine state.

2.    Choose State Charts > entry point to add entry points.

3.    Choose State Charts > exit point to add exit points.

To change the appearance of entry and exit points:

1.    Right-click an entry or exit point.

2.    In the Pseudostate Properties dialog, make the necessary changes to the name and color of the point.

3.    Click OK, or press ENTER.

Name: Specifies a name for the state.