Worksheet Statuses

The Worksheet Statuses preference is used to record a list of statuses for a worksheet. These are used when viewing a worksheet. The choice of values are selected using an autocomplete or dropdown list.

Location

The table of Worksheet Statuses will display the code, name, and status for the status.

Configuration

When adding or editing a status, 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 status.

Code (Required, Unique)

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

Name (Required)

A name for the status. It is advisable to keep this unique.

Worksheet State

A dropdown list of worksheet states to assign to the worksheet status. This is set by the Worksheet States preference.

Active

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

Prevent Worksheet Sample Removal

A checkbox to prevent the removal of samples from a worksheet with this status.