Create element types

This part of the guide explains how to create an element type.

SIGTAS allows the administrator to translate element types into the local language of his choice. When this is the case, a dynamic icon, located to the right of the field to be translated, indicates that a translation is possible. For further instructions, please click on the following link: Translate from the Translation popup window.

Step 1 - Go to the page List of Element Types

1. Go to the Administration module;
2. Choose the Base Tables option;
3. Select the Misc Base Tables option;
4. Click the Element Types menu. This action opens the List of Element Types page (509:16700);

Step 2 - Create an element type

5. Click the Create button. This action opens the Element Type popup window;
6. Fill out the required fields (identified with a red star *). For example, Description, Start Date, etc.;
7. Click the Save button. This action confirms the creation of the element type and updates the List of Element Types page (509:16700).