Shape.AddGuide method (Visio)
Adds a guide to a group shape.
Syntax
expression. AddGuide( _Type_ , _xPos_ , _yPos_ )
expression A variable that represents a Shape object.
Parameters
| Name | Required/Optional | Data type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Required | Integer | The type of guide to add. |
| xPos | Required | Double | The x-coordinate of a point on the guide. |
| yPos | Required | Double | The y-coordinate of a point on the guide. |
Return value
Shape
Remarks
You can add a guide only to a group shape.
To view guides that you add to a group shape by using the AddGuide method, use the OpenDrawWindow method to open the Group Editing window.
The following constants declared by the Visio type library are valid values for guide types.
| Constant | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| visPoint | 1 | Guide point |
| visHorz | 2 | Horizontal guide |
| visVert | 3 | Vertical guide |
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