Changing Node Types

Nodes can be changed between types. One of the most common use cases is to change an asset node type to a numeric node type.

To change a node from one type to another, access the node’s property grid, and change the type, as shown below.

Example Changing Asset Nodes

In this example, we’ll demonstrate how to convert an asset to a numeric.

• Ensure there is an asset node on the page.
• Clone the current scenario

• Ensure the newly cloned scenario is selected by clicking the new scenario.
• You will also note that the asset parameter node is “scoped” at the model level by the icon. It is important to change the scope of the node prior to changing the node type from Asset to Numeric. Scope can be changed in the Driver Model interface, as in the image below, or in the Research Grid. Click here to learn more about scoping.

• Once the scope has been changed, the node type can be changed from Asset to Numeric. In the currently selected scenario, the node colour will change to green and it can be edited. The base scenario remain blue, and cannot be changed.