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jc_0604: Using block shadow

Since R2020a

Guideline Publication

Control Algorithm Modeling Guidelines - Using MATLAB®, Simulink®, and Stateflow®

Sub ID Recommendations

  • NA-MAAB — a

  • JMAAB — a

MATLAB Versions

All

Rule

Sub ID a

Block format property Shadow (DropShadow) shall not be selected.

Custom Parameter

Not Applicable

Example — Correct

Example — Incorrect

Blocks have a drop shadow.

Rationale

Sub ID a:

  • Difficult to determine if a port exists because it is hidden by the shading, which impairs readability.

Verification

Model Advisor check: Check if blocks are shaded in the model (Simulink Check)

Last Changed

R2020a

Version History

Introduced in R2020a