Here are some key points about creating
parameters:
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You cannot create a
parameter for a control that uses a date.
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If you
duplicate a control with a parameter, the parameter is not copied from the original control.
To create a new parameter
using the Data tab in the left pane:
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Click
, and then select
New Parameter.
The
Create Parameter window is displayed.
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(Optional) Modify the
Name of the parameter.
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Select the
Type for the parameter. You can select
Numeric or
Character.
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For
numeric parameters, specify a
Current value. You must also specify
the following options:
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Minimum value (which
is required).
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Maximum value (which
is required).
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Format.
Click Select to open the Select
Format window, where you can select a Format
type, Width, and Decimals.
Click OK in the Select Format window.
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Click
OK in
the
Create Parameter window. The
icon identifies the new parameter in the list of
data items on the
Data tab.
You can create and edit parameters from the filter window and the calculated item
window.