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Assigning Values from Drop-Down Lists

To assign a value from a drop-down list:
  1. Create a form with a drop-down list called DrawnBy with a list of names.
  2. Click to open the Rules pane.
  3. Under Edit, select the check box for Custom Properties and click
  4. Under Name, double-click the custom property or click Build.
  5. Select Inputs > DrawnBy.

    The formula shown in the rules list:

    DrawnBy

    The custom property is set to the selected value, Tom, for example, which could be linked to a note on a drawing.

Parent topic: Custom Property Examples


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