Add existing objects in Structure view

You can add existing objects to a map in Structure view. This lets you reuse topics created in other maps, or you can add another map as a submap.

1. Find an element in the map that is just above the place for insertion of the new object.
2. In the Map Edit column, click for that object, and select Insert Objects.
3. Select one of the following:
   • To add an object at the same level, select Same Level.
   • To add an object one level below, select Sub Level.

   Same Level is for organizing things that have a parallel structure and act as siblings.

   Sub Level is for adding a child object to a parent object, such as adding related content under a high-level concept or topic.

   Note: If one option is dimmed, then no objects or elements can be added at that level.
   The Insert Object dialog displays.
4. In the resulting dialog, search for the object that you want to insert. You can filter by three main categories: document type, status, and locked by.
   Note: You can click to launch a new tab and preview the object.

   Tip: You can only add objects that are in the same branch as the map you are editing. This includes library branches linked to this branch.
5. Click the checkboxes for the objects that you want to insert.
   Note: You can select multiple objects. A counter in parens beside Insert tracks the number of objects you select.
6. Click Insert.
   The New Element dialog appears.
7. From the Element dropdown list, select the element that you want to add.
   The Element dropdown list shows only elements that you can insert at the current location.

   Note: If you picked different types of objects, they are all added using this element.
8. Click Insert.