- Data Card Variables
Most controls on data cards display existing values and allow input of new values. These values are stored in the vault database in data card variables. The variable used for each control is defined in the control properties.
- Assigning Default Values
For many card controls, you can assign a default value to automatically fill in the control variable when a user saves a new file or item or adds it to the vault.
- Considerations when Setting Up Data Card Variables
- Removing Unused Variables and Cards
When you create a new vault, you can avoid creating unused variables and cards.
- Variable Mapping
To map data card variables to embedded data (property values) in vault files, you create a block/attribute variable mapping. Property values in files that are added to the vault are automatically read and shown in the mapped file data card variable.
- Version Free Variables
You can update variables for a file without having to check the file out and increment the version of the file when you check it back in.
- Where is Variable Used Dialog Box
Use the Where is Variable Used dialog box to find out what data cards, Bills of Materials, and so on, use a specific variable.
- Edit Variables Dialog Box
Use the Edit Variables dialog box to create new data card variables or manage existing variables.
- Edit Variable Dialog Box
Use the Edit Variable dialog box to create new variables or manage existing variables.