Using the field function

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In documents, you can create pre-defined fields or additional fields by selecting other options.

When you want to create fields, you have the following options:
  • Click Insert > Fields and then select the pre-defined field that you want to create.
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  • Click Insert > Fields > Other if you want to select additional options for fields. The Fields window is displayed.
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  • You have the following optional fields to select:
    Document and DocInformation
    The information might be pulled from User Data, such as Author name or initials, and from File Properties, such as the file name and statistics.
    Cross-references
    Cross references are extremely useful when composing a long document with internal link and reference relationship. For example, a product specification with diagrams, or a book with charts.
    Functions
    The fields allow you to assign conditions to certain functions.
    Variables
    Variable fields let you add dynamic content to your document. For example, you can use a variable to reset the page numbering.
    Database
    The Database field allows you to insert the name of the database table that is selected in the Database selection field.
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