Editing or Removing Attributes from a Map Element

Modify or delete attributes from a map element using the Workbench Map Editor.

  1. In the Document Structure area, select a map element that has one or more attribute values set.

To modify an attribute value:

  1. In the Element Details area, select the attribute name from the list.
  2. Click Edit Attribute.
  3. In the attribute dialog that appears, modify the attribute value.
    Note: Ensure the attribute value is valid for the selected element. For example, do not change the type attribute of a topicref that references a concept to task.
  4. Click OK.

To delete an attribute value:

  1. In the Element Details area, select the attribute name from the list.
  2. Click Remove Attribute.
The attribute is modified or deleted from the map element.