Attribute Management

The attributes section covers everything you need to know about inserting, updating, and managing DDM attributes within your spreadsheet. There are four areas covered, each of which is described briefly below, with links to more detailed information.

Insert Attribute

The Insert Attribute feature allows you to add DDM attributes to your spreadsheet, placing them in cells, headers, or footers. Attributes are inserted using the Attribute Selector window, which allows you to choose the location and select the attribute you wish to insert from a list of all available DDM attributes along with their current values. Click here for more information on inserting attributes.

Update Attributes

Once attributes have been inserted into your spreadsheet, the Update Attributes feature ensures they stay in sync with the latest values held within DDM. Updates can be carried out automatically each time a document is opened, or manually at any time using the Update Attributes button on the toolbar. Click here for more information on updating attributes.

Show/Hide Attribute Names

The Show/Hide Attribute Names feature allows you to quickly identify which parts of your spreadsheet contain DDM attributes by temporarily replacing their values with their attribute names, for example {DOC_NO} or {STATUS}. This is particularly useful when setting up or reviewing a document. Click here for more information on showing and hiding attribute names.

List Attribute Locations

In larger spreadsheets with multiple sheets, the List Attribute Locations feature provides a clear overview of every attribute inserted into your spreadsheet, including its name, location, sheet, and the date and time it was last updated. A summary of the total number of attributes and their locations is also displayed, and the information can be exported as a CSV or TXT file if required. Click here for more information on listing attribute locations.