Methods for changing image objects in PKS

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This post was last edited by yzdatou on 2016-5-27 at 12:16. For example, a valve in its fully open position, fully closed position, in a fault state, or in an intermediate state – each of these states corresponds to a different color. There are at least two limit signals and one fault signal to represent these states. So, which method is generally used the most? As far as I know, there are two approaches: one is to use scripts within the dynamic shape to determine and change the color; the other is to use a shape sequence with N different styles, and then trigger them using a value (this value can vary based on several boolean signals in CM, or it can be defined within the shape’s script – the latter seems more convenient, as script-based control is much more flexible than CM control, though it puts the workload on the station). In my opinion, with the first method the script can be written inside the shape, while with the second method it has to be written outside. Thus, the first method allows for unified updates at once, but it only enables changes such as adjusting colors, lacking flexibility. Is there any better or simpler way? Seeking advice: lol