Checking reports and folders in and out

To edit an object such as a report or folder, you must check it out. Application Studio supports long-term checkout. That is, you can check out, edit, and save a report or folder without making your changes visible to other users.

By checking out a report or folder you ensure that only you can edit it. You can keep the report or folder checked out and save your changes. When development and testing are complete, check in the report or folder. Only after you check in your changes become visible to other users and they can check the report or folder out for themselves.

Objects that are checked out to you are indicated by a check mark. Objects that are checked out to other users are indicated by a cross.

Always make sure to check in all reports and folders if you plan to leave for a longer time, for example before vacation.