How can I add an Image to a Diagram in erwin Data Modeler?

Question:

How can I add an Image to a Diagram in erwin Data Modeler?

Answer:

Images will need to be added as an Annotation via Themes, the following are instructions on how to achieve this:

1. In the Model Explorer, expand Themes and right click on Default Theme to select Properties:

2. In the Theme Editor, create a new Theme > Click on the Annotation/Shape tab > Click the Fill Options Editor in the Annotation/Shape Fill Editor section:

3. In the Annotation Text Fill Editor choose the Fill Style: Bitmap:

4. Click the Image drop-down and select the New button:

5. Choose the Image in the File Explorer window and Click open to import image, the File path with the image will show in the Annotation Text Fill Editor:

6. Close all windows to go back to the Model Explorer > right-click on Annotation and select New:

7. Right-click on the newly created Annotation and select Properties:

8. In the Annotation Editor click the Style tab > click the Theme drop-down and select the newly created Theme and close after selecting:

9. Right-click on the Annotation in the Model Explorer to Add to Diagram: