Text Node
TLDR: Text nodes add notes and documentation to your canvas. They don't affect simulation logic—use them to label areas, add instructions, or document your design decisions.
Properties
| Property | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| label | string | "" | Title/header text |
| text | string | "" | Body content |
| headerFontSize | string | "16px" | Title font size (8-48px) |
| bodyFontSize | string | "14px" | Body font size (8-48px) |
| headerAlign | enum | "left" | Title alignment: left, center, right |
| bodyAlign | enum | "left" | Body alignment: left, center, right |
Use Cases
- Area labels: "Check-in Area", "Treatment Zone", "Shipping Dock"
- Instructions: Guide viewers through your simulation
- Assumptions: Document key assumptions (arrival rates, service times)
- Results summary: Highlight key findings or metrics
- Version notes: Track changes between iterations
Layer Order
Text nodes can be positioned in front of or behind other elements:
- Bring to Front: Display above all other nodes
- Send to Back: Display behind other nodes
No Simulation Impact
Text nodes are purely visual. Entities don't interact with them, and they don't affect timing or routing.
Presentation Mode
Use large text nodes with clear titles when presenting your simulation to stakeholders. Good documentation makes your model more credible.