Blue Schematic Symbols

[rambo919]

Hi there,

I'm using Multisim as an electronics student at university. 
I've noticed that many components turn blue (pictured) when placed and don't seem to function as I would expect them to. 
Does this mean that they are purely only a schematic symbol and don't have a simulation model? 

Also, it would be great to be able to have certain symbols, such as diodes and resistors at 45 degrees - is this possible anyway? 

Thanks,
Adam

[jcham]

Hi Adam, 

A blue component means that the component has both a simulation model and a package for layout assigned to it. 

A black component means that the component has a simulation model but no package information for layout. 

A green component means that the component has no simulation model assigned and is purely a schematic symbol / layout component. 

I hope that helps!

Unfortunately components can only be rotated by 90 degrees. If you would really like to be able to rotate in smaller increments I would suggest creating a post on the Idea Exchange. If it gets enough kudos and feedback from other users R&D will consider adding the feature to the product. 

Cheers,

Jeff

National Instruments