Combo boxes vs Select Element action
To enable users to select from a list you can use combo boxes or define a select element action. Both can be used to define slice-dimensions in a report, or to select elements from a list.
This table summarizes the features you should consider when deciding
which to use:
Examples of using combo boxes and the Select Element action are
given in Dynamic Reports.
| Combo box | Select Element action | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| For | Against | For | Against |
| The selected element is validated against the list | The list is recalculated in several circumstances | The list is calculated only if the action is triggered | No validation of the selected element |