Unused Objects Reference

One liner.

Reference → Solution → DevOps → Track Changes → Recent | Version Control | Cross-Reference | Unused | Use Count

Unused Objects (Reference): provides a table listing all unused objects in the solution. This view is updated when first loading and via the Refresh button. Its purpose is to identify components that can be removed to enhance efficiency.

Access: Track Changes → Unused Objects

Parent Page: Track Changes Tools (Reference)

Table Columns

Column	Description
ID	Unique object identifier
Module	Module containing object
ObjectName	Name of unused object

Removing Unused Objects

Safety Warning

This feature only detects direct usage. Do not remove objects that might be:

Used via string references
Accessed by external applications
Referenced indirectly in scripts
Consumed via OPC UA/MQTT

Removal Process

Click Refresh to update list
Select objects (Shift-click/Ctrl-click for multiple)
Click Remove Selected Lines
Confirm deletion

Deleting Objects with References

When Delete is Disabled

If an object appears unused but can't be deleted:

Search References
- Use Find Results panel
- Enter object name
- Review all locations
Remove References
- Double-click each reference
- Delete or replace usage
- Repeat until clear
Final Deletion
- Return to object definition
- Delete from main table
- Or delete from Unused Objects

Example: Deleting Displays

Navigate to Displays → List
Select display
Click Delete (X) button
If disabled, find and remove references first

Best Practices Checklist

Always verify no indirect usage
Check external system dependencies
Document why objects were removed
Consider archiving before deletion
Test after cleanup

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