Changing the default setting for connector handles

Shapes show connector (relationship) handles by default when you place the cursor over them. You can change the default setting for shapes not to show connector handles.

Note: This global setting affects all the existing shapes and shapes that you add to a diagram.
To change the default setting for connector handles:
  1. Click Window > Preferences.
  2. In the Preferences window, click Modeling.
  3. On the Modeling page, under Global settings, clear the Show connector handles check box.
  4. Click OK.
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Connectors in UML diagrams
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