Request for answer to "Area, perimeter, and color in shape data"

[Stanley]

Hi everyone,

I posted this request about ten days ago, and I am wondering if it was
missed. I would be grateful for a response from any of you nice and
expert people:

I have Visio Professional 2007.

First, I don't have great skill yet in making shape data. But also, I
would like to have the following data show in the shape data for various
geometrical shapes (like squares, rectangle, or circles, for example):

- the area of the shape

- the perimeter of the shape

- the color of the shape

Now, I understand that I can go to Tools > Add-Ons > Visio Extras >
Shape Area and Perimeter to get the first two items. I also know that
this information will change dynamically as I alter the shape. So far,
so good.

Moreover, for the color, I know that I go to Format > Fill > Color >
More colors > Custom to see the color information.

But I would like these three pieces of information to show permanently
on the shape data for the particular shape.

I would appreciate any help on this matter.

Thank you.

Stanley

[David J Parker [MVP Visio]]

I'm preparing a blog article to answer this .. should be ready tomorrow

Post by Stanley
Hi everyone,
I posted this request about ten days ago, and I am wondering if it was
missed. I would be grateful for a response from any of you nice and
I have Visio Professional 2007.
First, I don't have great skill yet in making shape data. But also, I
would like to have the following data show in the shape data for various
- the area of the shape
- the perimeter of the shape
- the color of the shape
Now, I understand that I can go to Tools > Add-Ons > Visio Extras > Shape
Area and Perimeter to get the first two items. I also know that this
information will change dynamically as I alter the shape. So far, so
good.
Moreover, for the color, I know that I go to Format > Fill > Color > More
colors > Custom to see the color information.
But I would like these three pieces of information to show permanently on
the shape data for the particular shape.
I would appreciate any help on this matter.
Thank you.
Stanley