Learn the steps to create custom fields for asset attributes.
The RTLS associates specific data (values) with each vehicle that is connected to the RTLS and attached to a vehicle tag. This data allows the portal to report information more reliably on assets, inventory, movement, and the like. Custom fields provide a way to input specialized data outside of the standard values managed through the portal (e.g., vehicle ID, tag ID). Before a custom field is available for use during the attach tag or vehicle add/edit processes, it must be added to the portal.
Select the appropriate application from the My Applications page for which you want to define or edit custom fields. Look for the green checkmark icon in the top right corner of the application square to identify selected app.
Click Custom Fields from the My Applications menu.
If there are already custom fields defined for the application, those will show in the Custom Fields window; otherwise, the window is blank. Choose Add Custom Field from the top of the Custom Fields window.
A new row is added for input. Type the custom field name and select the appropriate checkbox(es) for the new field. You may have no selections or more than one selection. Repeat this process for each new field you want to add before you click Next.
Does it uniquely identify vehicles means that the specific value (attribute) can pertain to one vehicle only, such as with a VIN.
Predefined values display in a drop-down list for that specific field and lock the field to only those in this list; otherwise users may add new values (attributes) during vehicle processing. If you choose to define a custom field with predefined values, you will need to set up the values for that field. Select the pencil icon to add the pre-defined values.
Type the value and select Add value for each item you want to add. Once all pre-defined values are entered for the custom field, choose Save changes.
Set the ranking for the fields. Use standard drag/drop to re-order the custom fields if desired. This ranking determines the order in which the fields appear for data input.
You must click Save ranking to save the ranking information.
Click Submit to save the custom field(s). The portal will display a confirmation message and return to the main My Applications page. Custom fields are available when attaching a tag or edit vehicle details.
Custom fields can also be edited or removed. Select the application and choose Custom Fields from My Applications page.
Use the X to remove a custom field or simply make the necessary changes to the name or checkbox options.
Use the pencil icon to make changes to predefined values (icon does not appear for custom fields with no predefined values).
