SignedWrite() scripting tips

Bound references in SignedWrite()

If the Attribute parameter string evaluates to the name of a Custom Property and that Custom Property is a bound reference to an Attribute, the SignedWrite() function will write to that indicated Attribute. The Attribute must have the security classification of Secured Write or Verified Write.

The SignedWrite() function supports Custom Properties that are nested bound references. That is, if the string evaluates to the name of a Custom Property and that Custom Property is a bound reference to another Custom Property which itself is a bound reference, the SignedWrite() function will follow through the chain of bound references until it finds an item that is a value. If that item is an Attribute that has the security classification of Secured Write or Verified Write, the SignedWrite() function will write to that item.

SignedWrite() in WhileTrue, WhileFalse, or periodic type scripts

Using the SignedWrite() function with WhileTrue, WhileFalse, or Periodic type scripts can repeatedly execute the script, causing another secured write dialog box to pop up with each trigger. We do not recommend using the SignedWrite() function with WhileTrue, WhileFalse, or Periodic types.

SignedWrite() with OnShow and OnHide scripts

We do not recommend using the SignedWrite() function with OnShow and OnHide scripts. This can cause issues with window functionality, including the window title bar, windows losing correct focus, and windows opening on top of one another.