Switching between input and reference parameters

While editing a cost model, you can make an input parameter reference and the other way around. The change affects only whether you can change the parameter's value directly in the tabular area (input) or not (reference).

To switch between input and reference parameters

1. In the tabular area, in the Cost Estimator tab, right-click anywhere, and then click Edit Current Cost Model on the context menu.

The Edit Cost Model dialog box appears, listing the parameters in the current cost model.

2. Right-click the parameter, and then click Input/Reference on the context menu.

In the cost model, the parameter type and the background of its row have changed.

3. Click OK.