Modify Layout Rules

You can use CA File Master Plus to modify the rules in a custom layout. Use this feature to define or update the data-specific conditions under which a particular layout is used. You can also use this feature to identify which fields are included in formatted displays.

Follow these steps:

1. Open the Custom Layout Definition dialog by taking one of the following actions:
   • Right-click a layout member and select Create Custom Layout.
   • Right-click a custom layout and select Update.

   The Custom Layout Definition dialog opens.

2. Select the layout member associated with the rules you want to create or modify.
3. Click Rules.

   The Rules dialog displays.

4. Modify the selection conditions to meet your needs. For each field, you can update the values in the following columns:
   • And/Or

     Specifies whether to join multiple selection conditions. Select one of the following values: And, Or.

   • Operator

     Defines the criteria. Select one of the following values: Equal, Not Equal, Greater Than, Less Than, Greater Than or Equal, Less Than or Equal, Contains.

     Note: Not all values are available for all data formats.

   • Compare Value or Field Name

     Creates the condition. Specify either a field name or one or more literal values. For example, C'VT' C'NH' C'MA'. Right-click in this field to see the available options.

   Note: For more information on valid values for this field, see Define Selection Conditions.

5. Click OK.

   The Rules dialog closes, and your changes to the selection conditions are saved.