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The data element setup feature allows you to manage values that appear in certain fields within EMTrack. In many cases, these fields are pick lists that offer the user a number of options from which to choose.

Note: The controls that appear in the data element configuration page depend on the type of field/data element you are viewing. The following guidelines may not address every option that can appear in these configuration pages.

To manage data elements

  1. On the upper right, click System Settings.
  2. On the left, under Other Settings, click Data Elements. The Data Elements page opens.
  3. Locate the element in the list and click its edit icon. The Edit Data Element window opens.
  4. To add a value:
    1. Click Add. The Add Division Choice window opens.
    2. Enter the Name.
    3. Select the appropriate Assign to option.
    4. Click Save.
  5. To edit a value:
    1. Locate and select it and click Edit. The Edit Division Choice window opens.
    2. Make your changes.
    3. Click Save.
  6. To delete a value, locate and select it and click Delete.
    Tip: Be certain you want to delete the value. You cannot undo this action.
  7. To change the order of values, take one of these actions.
    1. Select the Sort alphabetically check box.
    2. Select a data element and click the move to top, move up, move down, or move to bottom arrow.
    3. Repeat this step to move other elements.
  8. Click Save.