The following table shows the sections in the Tags editor.
Sections |
Descriptions |
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Form |
In the Tag area, specify the tag name, type, description, and other details that vary depending on the tag type. In the Data Source area, specify the tag's data source, device, or memory. To toggle this section of the editor open and closed, from the View menu, select Form. |
Spreadsheet |
This section shows a list of tags. Use the query box or the folder hierarchy to select the tags you intend to show. Tags in the spreadsheet are for viewing only. When you select a tag in the spreadsheet, its details are shown in the form, where you can edit them. To toggle this section of the editor open and closed, from the View menu, select Spreadsheet. To change the font used in the spreadsheet, from the View menu, select Spreadsheet Font and specify the new font, style, and size. |
Query Box |
Use this section to search for and select a particular tag, or group of tags (using query patterns), that you want to view in the spreadsheet. When a tag is selected in the spreadsheet it will be shown in the Form, where you can edit it. You can select a single tag by typing the tag name, or multiple tags by using wildcard characters. |
Folder Hierarchy |
This section shows the folders that make up the tag database. A root folder icon called root is always present in the hierarchy, as well as a folder called System, which contains the system tags that come with FactoryTalk View. |