Attributes are any type of desired information that can be used for filtering, ranking, or reporting.
This type of attribute provides the flexibility of a free text field. In case a predefined list of options is needed follow the steps to Create an Attribute.
1. Click on the Administration icon from the navigation menu.
2. Select Attribute Definitions option in the Attributes section.
3. Press the + New button.
4. Enter the Name of the attribute.
5. Leave the Value Set field empty.
Note: Any time you do not use a value set, the attribute will be free text.
- Check the Is Mandatory box if the user desires that it is a requirement
to set a value for this attribute.
- The Is Fixed setting is used to indicate whether the created attribute is
to be used once; if different values are entered for the same attribute,
leave this checkbox unchecked.
7. In the Applies To menu, select the appropriate entity to which this new attribute will apply.
8. When finished, press the Save button.