Goal
💡 This feature enables the automatic attribution of an ID to your Objects. It consists of a customizable structure that includes the incrementation of a counter.
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Define Classes for your Objects
To benefit from the Automatic Numbering feature, Objects must have a value in the "Class" property.
To define these values, follow the steps below:
Access the Properties page, in the Administration tab,
Select your Object and press Class
Add the values of your choice.
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💡The Class property can be renamed to your liking.
For more information on Properties, consult this page
Create a new Numbering rule
All values defined above are subject to a Numbering rule. To create one, follow these steps:
Access the Numbering page, in the Administration tab,
Select your Object and press New Rule
Follow the steps to define your Rule:
Give it a name
Select the class(es) concerned
Create a custom ID structure with your selection of text, separator and counter
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💡 Good to know !
The counter is automatically incremented and uses the first number available in the database
Object ID already loaded on Aletiq remain unchanged after a rule modification
If multiple rules apply to the same object, the ID will be generated according to the first in the list
🎯 In short, the Automatic Identifier :
Creates custom and unique ID,
Improves your data organization
Facilitates work processes through automation
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