Report Default Types

The Report Default Types preference is used to record a list of report default types in the system. These are found when creating or viewing a report. The choice of values are selected using an autocomplete or dropdown list.

Location

The table of Report Default Types will display the code, name, and status for the report default type.

Configuration

When adding or editing a report default type, users are presented with the below form to complete. Always press Save in the bottom right-hand corner of the browser after adding or editing a report default type.

Code (Required, Unique)

A unique code for the report default type. This can be the same as the name but must be unique throughout the entire system.

Name (Required)

A name for the report default type. It is advisable to keep this unique.

Report Text Type (Required)

A drop down to select the type of text that will be used in the report.

Report (Required)

A drop down to select the report that will be used in the report. Note: The report default type will only be available for the selected report.

Active

A checkbox to activate/deactivate an entry. If the preference is not active, it will not be selectable in any drop-down lists.

Default Text (Groovy Script)

A text area to enter a Groovy script that will be used as the default text for the report. This will be used when creating a new report with the report default type.