Gradient Convention

To access this screen:

• Data ribbon >> Conventions >> Gradient.

• In the Command toolbar, run the command set-gradient-convention.

Specify how gradient values are represented in your application. Define the gradient type and a dip convention (which determines if positive dip values mean an upward or downward direction).

Note: The convention is used in combination with other design commands, but some commands can override this setting (typically forcing a convention in degrees). Only help for each situation clarifies this.

Activity steps:

1. Display the Gradient Convention screen.

2. Pick a convention type using Gradient In options:

   • Percent %

   • Degrees (default)

   • Ratio 1:N

3. Pick a dip convention using Direction options:

   • +ve UP – Positive values indicate or force increasing Z values (rise up).

   • +ve DOWN – Positive values indicate or force decreasing Z values (dip down).

4. Click OK.

5. Save your project. The convention is stored with your project for next time.

Related topics and activities:

• set-gradient-convention