Package Definition Form

The Package Definition Form provides a convenient way for remote operators to select the type of package they want to deliver to your central site, enter the desired index values for the package, and create a cover sheet.

List of Package Types

When the Package Definition Form is first displayed, it contains a drop-down list of package types from which remote operators can select. For example, if an order form is to be processed, the operator can select the package type for that order form.

Once the remote operator selects a package type, the Package Definition Form expands to display a list of index fields for that package type.

Note The list of package types is automatically populated with current types each time your browser is launched and the Ricochet Coversheet Web pages display. However, once the list is populated for a session, it does not automatically refresh if batch class information changes at the central site. To refresh the list of package types at any time during a session, select View | Refresh from the browser’s menu bar.

List of Index Fields

Index values are used as keywords or release values associated with a document. Once the index fields are displayed, remote operators can enter values for the index fields as necessary. The operator’s cursor will initially be positioned in the first index field, allowing the operator to easily enter the first index value. Then, to move from field to field, the operator can press the Tab key or position the cursor with their mouse.

When all index values are entered, the operator can click the Create button to create a cover sheet.

Note  Any index field for which a value is required is shown with a red asterisk next to the index field name. Values must be entered for these fields before a cover sheet can be created.

Create Button

The Create button triggers the creation of a cover sheet at the central site. All information entered or specified on the Package Definition Form, as well as some internal information, is used to create the cover sheet.

Clicking Create causes the Package Definition Form to be replaced by a “Please wait, your cover sheet is being generated message."  When the cover sheet is completely generated, it displays in the browser window.

Toolbar

The toolbar at the top of the Package Definition Form provides a convenient way for your remote operators to access online help and an About box.

 

Button

Command

Description

Display Online Help

This button displays online help for your remote users. The help system provides step-by-step instructions for creating cover sheets and packages, and a description of all user interface items provided by the Web pages. The help pages are displayed in a separate browser window, allowing your operators to access online help without having to close the Web pages.

Display About Box

This button displays an About box that contains copyright and version information.

 

Related Topics

About Box

Coversheet Page

Creating Packages