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# Creating data elements

## Overview

In the Metadata perspective's Catalog menu, select Data elements. The workspace changes focus and displays all existing data elements.

## Creating a new data element

Select the + to create a new data element record. In the screen that displays you can use the fields to provide information about the data element. Use the tooltip to view descriptions of any properties that you have questions about. When you have completed the creation of your application, select Save and close.

## Creating a new data element type

When creating a data element, you can use the Data element type menu to create a new data element type.

## Creating a new data element status

When creating a data element, you can create a new data element status using the Status menu.

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