Creating Clusters

How to:

When you need to add more tables to your synonym, you can use the Join feature to create a cluster. This allows you to enhance the structure of your synonym by introducing more data.

Procedure: How to Create a Cluster

  1. When uploading data or connecting to data on the main metadata screen, on the ribbon, in the Metadata group, click Joins Editor.

    The Joins Editor dialog box opens.

  2. Click Insert Child.

    The Insert Child dialog box opens.

  3. Click a Master File from the list, and then click OK. You can select several Master Files by holding the Shift key.

    The completed cluster displays in the Joins Editor dialog box.

  4. Click Close.

    The new columns are added to the Table/Column Pane.

  5. Drag columns to the Folders Pane to modify the synonym.

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