Add values to enumeration list

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Note.jpg Adding a custom option will not automatically update existing data entry form templates that use the custom options field.

To add a custom option:

  1. From the Customisation menu, select Data Inventory Manager.
  2. The Data Inventory Manager window displays.
  3. From the left pane of the Data Inventory Manager window, select the item and data category to which you would like to add a custom option.
  4. From the right pane, click the row associated with the item attribute that you would like add a custom option value.
  5. Click the FieldViewIcon.png button.
  6. The Custom Options List window displays.
    Custom Options List Window

    Custom Options List Window

      From the Custom Options List window, click the FieldTemplateIcon.png button.
      The Custom Options Editor window displays.
    Options Editor

    Options Editor

    1. Enter the option in the Option field. The value can be less than or equal to 52 characters and can contain letters, numbers, and most special characters. However, the value should not contain a period (.).
    2. Do one of the following:
  • To save the option, click the Save button.
Note.jpg After adding an option, you should update data entry form templates that use the custom options field.
Note.jpg If you intend to translate the custom option via the IComboBox.Properties file, you will need to manually add the new custom option to the file.
    • To discard the option, click the Cancel button.