Proficy Machine Edition Programming Guide [better] Jun 2026

Use the (Right-click rung > Properties > Comment). Bad: // Turn on motor Good: // Start conveyor to move pallet from station 4 to 5. Requires estop reset (E-Stop_Bypass = false).

Remember the golden rule: In Machine Edition, . Keep your hardware configurations backed up, document your rungs as if a night shift electrician will read them, and always, always commit your online edits before walking away from the machine. Proficy Machine Edition Programming Guide

Navigating the Machine Edition UI is often the steepest learning curve for engineers migrating from Rockwell (Studio 5000) or Siemens (TIA Portal). Use the (Right-click rung > Properties > Comment)

Happy programming.