This section describes the specific properties for use case elements. Every diagram and diagram element has general properties as well. For more information, see General Properties. The composition of the Properties view changes depending on the element selected in the Diagram or UML Navigator view. You can view and modify values of properties through the Properties view.
abstract: Set this value as true or false from the drop down list. Setting this value true for a use case element displays the name of the element in italics on the diagram.
alternative flow: Use the text field to describe an alternate flow of events.
explanation: This field allows you to enter text to explain the use case.
name: The name of the use case element.
normal flow: Use the text field to describe the normal flow of events.
post-conditions: This field allows you to enter text describing the state of the system after the use case is performed.
pre-conditions: This field allows you to enter text describing the necessary conditions that have to be met before the use case can be performed.
rank: Use the rank field to rank use case. For example, you might want to rank a use case for complexity and risk.
stereotype: Choose the appropriate stereotype from the drop down list, or add your own. The drop down list contains the following stereotypes: