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This topic describes how to create filters as separate elements. These can be applied as required by the person creating information links. See Defining a Column Filter for information on how to add a filter as part of a column definition.
To create a filter:
Click New and select Filter.
Response: A Filter Element tab is opened.
In the Data Sources tree, select the column to use in the filter condition.
Click Add >.
Response: The selected column is added to the Source columns list on the Filter Element tab.
Comment: Repeat this step if you need to include more columns in your filter expression.
Define a filter expression with the chosen columns, for example %1>=2000, or if you are using two columns, %1<%2. See Relational Operators for more information on defining expressions.
Comment: You can also add a personalized filter expression that limits data depending on the currently logged in user. See Personalized Information Links for more information.
Comment: You can also add a parameterized filter expression. See Parameterized Information Links for more information.
In the Description field, type your own description of the filter.
Click Save.
Response: The Save As dialog is displayed.
Click to select the folder where you wish to save the filter element.
Click Save.
Response: The filter element is saved in the library.
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