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Creating a document using variable objects

A variable object is a text, barcode, or image type object, composed of elements whose the value is not defined

at the moment of creation. Several objects can be associated with a single variable.

The value of these elements is supplied by different data sources at the time of printing:

• Direct keyboard entry in the Form (Form data source)

• Imported from an external file or database (Table lookup or Database data sources)

• Field calculated by the computer (Formula, Counter and Date data sources)

Note: In the Data Sources view, a red arrow indicates the variable associated with the selected object.

Creating a variable object linked to an existing data source

You can quickly and simply create a variable object in your document (bar code, image, text, drawing, etc.)

using:

• The Create toolbar,

- or -

• The Object menu.

Using the clear guidance given, you can create an object using one of the following options:

• Direct mode creation:

1. Click directly on the object you want to insert into your document.

2. Click the location where you want to place the label.

The Creation Wizard will run by default. If not, double-click the object to open the Properties dialog

box.

3. Click the Data sources tab.

4. Select Variable.

5. Select the variable you want to assign to your object.

- or -

• Guided mode creation (according to your requirements):

1. Click the menu button for your object. A submenu is displayed showing the actions you can take.

2. To create a variable object using an existing data source, you have the option of:

- Selecting Use an existing data source followed by the variable concerned

- or -

- Selecting Wizard: This will guide you step by step through the variable object creation process.

3. Click on the location where you want to place the label.

Note: The creation wizard is enabled by default. To disable it, select Tools > Options > Wizards. For more

information: Enable Wizards

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