Column

Description

Name

The name of the Attribute. Each Attribute name must be unique.

Type

The Attribute’s data type determines what type of information is associated with the Attribute. The following data types are available:

•     Date: A Date-type Attribute is used to store a date (such as a Patron application date).

•     Integer: An Integer-type Attribute is used to enter whole numbers. Values may include negative whole numbers.

•     Numeric: A Numeric-type Attribute can be used to store numeric values with a decimal point. Values may include negative numbers.

•     String: A String-type attribte is used to store text and/or numbers such as an address or a patron’s room assignment choice.

•     Yes/No: A Yes/No-type Attribute allows only a “Yes” or “No” value for the Attribute.

Usage

Indicates the area(s) of ResCenter where the Attribute can be used. Either Patron or Facility (or both).

Core

Indicates if the Attribute is avialable in ResCenter by default. (This column is not sortable).

ID

Unique ID number automatically assigned to an Attribute when created.

Show

If checked, the Attribute will be available in the Patron and Facilities modules, Patron Advanced Find, and Facility Advanced Find. (This column is not sortable).

Option

Description

Create Attribute

Click Create Attribute to add a new Attribute to the Attributes grid.

Search

Click Search… to enter a search value to filter the Attributes grid.

 Edit

Click  Edit next to an Attribute to edit the Attribute.

 Delete

Click  Delete next to an Attribute to delete the Attribute.