Create extended properties

In general, client applications such as PI WebParts use the Extended Properties feature to write properties, and users do not need to use this advanced feature.

1. Click the Extended Properties link.

2. In the Extended Properties window, choose from the following actions:

   • To create the first extended property, click the New Extended Property link.

   • To create an additional extended property, right-click in the Name column and select New Extended Property.

3. In the Name field, delete the default text and enter the extended property name.

4. Click in the Value field and choose from the following options:

   • Enter a string. To visualize the text you are entering, press F2 and type in the Text Visualizer window.

   • Click and select from the list of Basic Types, Array Types, and Objects.

   • If you choose an object such as Attribute or Element, click and locate the desired object.

   • If you choose File, click and select Upload to locate the desired file.

5. Click Close.