Creating a variable from the side or top of a table

Reporter > Using variables > Creating new variables > Creating a variable from the side or top of a table

You can create a new variable based on the definition of the side or top of a table. This is useful, for example, if you have set up a banner containing more than one variable on the top of a table, and you want to use it in other tables.

Note You can alternatively create multiple tables that have the same variables on top. See Creating multiple tables with the same top variable for more information.

To create a variable from the side or top

1 Use the Design tab to set up the top or side definition.

2 Click inside the Top or Side area of the screen to select it.

3 From the menu, choose Variables > New from Side/Top.

4 Enter a name and description for the new variable, and click OK. Ensure that the variable name conforms to the UNICOM Intelligence Reporter Naming conventions.