Overview
Field Worker attributes are a method of storing custom information about a datafile. Common attributes include:
- License Numbers
- Insurance Expiry Dates
- Preferred Names
This information can be later accessed in forms & data files.
Creating a Field Worker Attribute
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Open the Field Worker Attribute Management screen.
- Add a name & work assignment to the fields.
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To create a mandatory attribute, leave the optional checkbox blank.
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Select the field type of the attribute. Dataforce ASAP supports several field types such as text, numbers, integers, option lists, dates and files.
Please refer to this guide to help you pick the correct field type.
- Select Add Field worker Attribute.
Modifying a Field Worker Attribute
Note: This process updates the configuration options for an attribute. To update a specific Field Worker’s attribute value, see modifying a Field Worker
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Open the Field Worker Attribute Management screen.
- Select the attribute by clicking the row.
- Change any Field Worker attribute details.
Deleting a Field Worker Attribute
Warning: This process is not a soft deletion; deleting an attribute will permanently remove the attribute
and any datafile values stored in Dataforce ASAP
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Open the ‘Field Worker Attribute’ management screen.
- Select the attribute by clicking the row.
- Select the delete button.
Field Types
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Text | Select this if you want to have characters as the value. |
| Integer | Limited to a whole number or integer; decimal numbers are not allowed. e.g. 0, 1, 2, 3, 5 |
| Number | Decimal and negative numbers are allowed in this type. e.g. 2.3, 4.5, 6 |
| Option List | Use this field type if you want to restrict the value to several options. An additional field will pop up as soon as you select this option. Enter the list of options into that field, with one value per line. |
| File | This type will allow your operator to upload an image or pdf as the datafile attribute instead of text. |