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Toolbar functions |
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You will find the following buttons in many Untis windows:
Resize the window
This function adjusts the size of a window to match the table it contains.
Grid adjustment (display fields))
The functions of the grid adjustment dialogue are described in detail in chapter Displaying/hiding columns .
New
This button opens a new element. You will find more information in the chapter Data input .
Delete
This function deletes the active element. You can also mark several elements with the cursor and then use this button to delete them.
Serial change
Use this function to systematically change the contents of a field in all rows of the grid view in a single operation. This function is described in detail in the chapter Serial change .
Sort
This function effects automatic permanent sorting and is explained in chapter Sorting .
Show all fields with content
This a very useful function that is used to temporarily activate all columns which contain at least one entry. Clicking on this button a second time restores the window to its original state
Lock this display
If this function is active (button pressed) the view in question will not be affected by events taking place in other windows. Automatic synchronisation is deactivated.
Time requests
This functions is used to enter time requests. The increments for time requests for elements range from '-3' (total block) to '+3', which indicates a strong desire for the element to be scheduled. Since time requests are of major significance for all elements and for lessons there is a chapter Time requests dedicated to this subject under User tips .
Colour coding
Use this button to assign any desired foreground and background colour to an element or lesson. These colours will be used to for screen element display (but not printing), for standard timetable printing and for the display of planning tools ( Scheduling dialogue , Scheduling timetable ). Other Untis modules such as the Cover planning module also display elements in colour at the appropriate places.
Tip: Colouring several elements
You can specify the colour coding for several elements in one operation by first marking them (with the cursor) and then clicking on the <Colour coding> button.
Note: Deactivating colours for printing
If you wish to specify colours for screen display but not for printed timetables you can select the setting 'Print black & white' in <Settings> in the relevant timetable window.
Settings
The <Settings> button allows you to change the font type, size and similar settings.
Page layout
This option allows you to make settings for printing and to view the results at the same time. This function is described in greater detail under Printing .
Refresh window
Refreshes the view. Alternatively you can press F5.