Preparatory work

We need some preparatory work, before we can test our batch archive in the Runtime. In order to create some batches, we have to be able to start and stop the archive. Usually this is done with a variable from the PLC. If e.g. the batches are shifts, this also can be done time triggered. In our example we will do this by hand.

Create a new function Archive: start from the Archive – Functions.
As parameter select BT – BATCH ARCHIVE.
Close the dialog with OK.
Create a new function Archive: stop from the Archive – Functions.
As parameter select BT – BATCH ARCHIVE.
Close the dialog with OK.

As we now have the functions for the control of our batch archiving, we still need some buttons for our new functions.

Open the start picture in the Editor.
Add two text buttons and enter the according texts for them.
Link the buttons to the new functions.
Add a new element Link text and link it to the variable Batch name.
Set the property Set value / Set value via to Element.