Calculation types

When creating constraints and alerts it is possible to give the calculation definition a Calculation Type. This is used to categorize the type of constraint or alert and can be used for reporting purposes.

Tip: Filter the list via the Filter menu and configure which columns are shown, and in what order, via the View menu. See the Grids topic for more information.

To add a calculation type:

1. Do either of the following:

   • Click Add Type in the Calculation Types group of the Home ribbon tab.

   • Right-click anywhere in the table and choose Add Calculation Type from the context menu.

2. In the Calculation Type Editor dialog box, enter a name for the calculation type, choose a share where to publish it and optionally enter a description.

3. Click OK.

To delete one or more calculation types:

4. Select the calculation types you want to delete.

5. Do either of the following:

   • Click Delete Type in the Calculation Types group of the Home ribbon tab.

   • Right click on the selected calculation types and choose Delete Calculation Type from the context menu.

6. Click Yes in the confirmation dialog.

To edit a calculation type:

7. Select the calculation type you want to edit.

8. Do either of the following:

   • Click Edit Type in the Calculation Types group of the Home ribbon tab.

   • Right click on the selected calculation type and choose Edit Calculation Type from the context menu.

9. Make your edits in the Calculation Type Editor dialog.

10. Click OK.

To create a copy of a calculation type:

11. Select the calculation type you want to copy.

12. Click Copy Type in the Calculation Types group of the Home ribbon tab.

13. In the Copy Calculation Type dialog, make any edits to the name, share and description of the new copy.

14. Click OK. The copy of the calculation type is added to the list.