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For more generic procedures on working with matrices, see the Dependency Matrix chapter.

Building matrices

To build a matrix


  1. Specify the Row Scope.
  2. Specify the Column Scope.
  3. Click Refresh.

Mapping elements in matrices

To map elements


  • Double-click an empty intersection.

Removing the relation from the matrix

To remove the relation


  • Double-click a full intersection between the desired elements.

Resetting to default

When working with the predefined matrices, you can make some changes to the default settings, e.g. change the row or columns element type, dependency criteria, directions. You can restore the following settings to default at any time:

  • Description
  • Direction
  • Dependency Criteria
  • Show Elements
  • Column Element Type
  • Row Element Type


To restore the default predefined matrix settings


  • In the matrix toolbar, click  and choose the Reset to Default command.