Create a Method Plug-in

Method plug-ins are the basic mechanism for separating base content from custom content. Base content is often supplied as a read-only resource in the public domain, intended to be reused and customized in local projects. When you create your own method plug-in you are able to separate your content from the original library content.

Make sure you are in the Authoring Perspective.
You can begin the method plug-in creation process in one of two ways:
- Click File > New > Method Plug-in. Or,
- In the Library view, right click an existing plug-in and select New Method Plug-in.
The New Method Plug-in wizard opens.
Type a name for your new plug-in in the Name field and then select a plug-in in the Referenced Plug-ins field. The plug-in you create extends the plug-in you select from the list and allows you to use content from the selected plug-in as you create your own plug-in content.
Provide a brief description of the plug-in and list its authors to help you and others keep track of the plug-ins in the library. You can return to edit this information at any time.
Click Finish. Your new plug-in now appears in the Library View with the other method plug-ins.