Procedure
You have the following two options to access the Data Editor to create derived data types:
from the project structure view via the Variables and FB Instances directory,
from the project structure view via the Derived Data Types directory,
Access via the "Variables and FB Instances" directory.
Step |
Action |
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1 |
In the project structure view, switch to the Variables and FB Instances directory. |
2 |
Select the Open command in the shortcut menu and the Data Editor will open. |
3 |
Select the DDT Types tab in the Data Editor. |
Example:

Access via the "Derived Data Types" directory.
Step |
Action |
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1 |
Switch to the Derived Data Types directory in the project structure view. |
2 |
Select the Open command in the shortcut menu, which will open the Data Editor that is automatically shown in the DDT Types tab. |