Adding or modifying an entity field

You can use this window to add a new field or modify an existing field.

The system administrator and users with the appropriate role can access these features. See What are Roles and Secured Actions?

Note: Some fields and field types cannot be added or edited.

To add or modify a field:

  • Using the Entity Manager Fields tab:
    1. Select Administration > Entity Manager on the navigation bar. The Entity Manager list view is displayed.
    2. Click the required name in the Entity Manager list. The Entity Manager detail view is displayed.
    3. Click Add in the Fields tab displayed in the lower pane, to add a new field or click Edit to edit an existing field. See Adding a field or Modifying a field
  • Using the New Entity Wizard:
    1. Select Administration > Entity Manager on the navigation bar. The Entity Manager list view is displayed.
    2. Click New Entity on the Entity Task pane to create an entity. The New Entity Wizard window is displayed. See Creating a new entity.
    3. Specify the information in the wizard to access the Enter Fields screen.
    4. Click Add. The Add Field window is displayed.
    5. Specify the information in the Add Field window. See Adding a field
    6. Click OK.