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      uReport Regions and Fields

      Before you can update uReport templates it is important that you first understand how uReport works.

      uReport uses a Microsoft Word document that contains required text and ‘mailmerge’ references to Wisenet fields that when processed will generate a correctly formatted PDF document (refer to illustration).

      Useful info: uReport Template Tips and Tricks

      While these steps are not hard, they do, however, require very careful attention to detail.  Therefore, we strongly recommend that you have an intermediate level of technical and problem solving skills.

      What is the difference between a Region and a Field?

      A Region determines the functionality of the uReport template.

      A Field works as a placeholder for information collected in Wisenet.

      Therefore, in order for a Field to work on a uReport it needs to belong to a Region.  Regions are compulsory on a template as they define the Start and End of the template. The Field is substituted with the individual details from the learner’s enrolment in the document when the document is generated.

      Note: In Wisenet, we refer to any Region OR Field placeholder as a Tag

      Frequently Asked Questions about Regions, Sub-Regions and Fields

      Region FAQs

      What is a Main Region?

      A Region determines the functionality of the template, therefore, each uReport template MUST include a matching Main Start and End Region tag.

      • A Region and Template Type must match
        • For example, “AU_Credential_Main” only works if you upload it against the ‘Credential’ template type
      • The Main TableStart and TableEnd tags set the range of where fields will be generated. During generation, the service looks for the Main Region first, then Sub-Region, then fields available for that Main Region
        • Here’s an example of the most common credential Main region tags:
          1.  «TableStart:AU_Credential_Main»
            • This tag defines the beginning of the Region in the template
          2. «TableEnd:AU_Credential_Main»
            • This tag defines the end of the Region in the template
      What does a Region look like?
      How can I get a list of all available regions?

      For a list of Regions:

      1. Navigate to LRM > Reports
      2. On the Left Navigation Bar, Click on uReport Templates
      3. To the upper right hand side of this page you will find the uReport Field Dictionary. Click on the link and the dictionary will download on to your computer.
        • Inside the dictionary is the list of Regions, listed in alphabetical order.
        • Below each Region in the uReport Field Dictionary there is a short explanation of the purpose of the Region.
        • This is followed by the list of Fields available for that particular Region.

      We keep this list inside LRM so it gets automatically updated whenever we add a new field or region.

      Why are there different Regions?

      There are different regions so you can have documents for different purposes. The information you need to show on a Letter of Offer can be quite different from the information on a Credential.

      How to use a Region in a template? Adding a Region

      To use a Region in a template you need the appropriate TableStart and TableEnd tags.  There are three ways to do so.

      Easy
      1. Download a pre-designed template from the uReport Templates section in Wisenet. The template will contain the Main regions found at the beginning and the end of the document.
      2. Copy the tags by highlighting them and using copy/paste to add them to your template
        • Warning
            • be sure to not put the region tags in a header or footer as uReport will not recognise the tags
            • When pasting make sure to use the Keep Source Formatting option else it will just paste text and not as mail merge

      Moderate
      1. Download the latest uReport Field Dictionary, which will provide you with a list of available Fields to copy and paste in the template.  To access the Field Dictionary go to LRM > Reports > uReport Templates > uReport Field Dictionary
      2. Find the generic template you are adapting for your custom template and note it’s type, e.g. Credentials
      3. Find the template type in the dictionary
      4. Copy and Paste the main fields into the layout of your Word Document
      5. Save your Word document
      Expert - Manually Add a Region

      If you are designing a template from scratch:

      Steps for Windows:

      1. In Microsoft Word 2007 and later, Click Insert on the top menu
      2. Click Quick Parts on the tools ribbon below the menu
      3. Click Field in the Quick Parts menu
      4. In the list box on the left, Select Merge Field
      5. In the text box Field Name, enter the appropriate field name from the list
      6. Click OK

      Steps for Mac:

      1. In Microsoft Word 2007 and later, Click Insert on the top menu
      2. Click Field…
      3. Select Mail Merge from Categories and then MergeField from Field Names
      4. In the text box below next to the text MERGEDFIELD, enter the appropriate field name from the list
      5. Click OK
        Can you add a field to a Region for me?

        A Field will only work if it is available within a Region. This requires an update to the Wisenet Product. If you think a Field should be available in a Region, please

        • First do a quick check to see if the field is already available.
          • Open the uReport Field Dictionary, find the Region and do a search for the field (you can use ctrl+f to do a search)
        • If you still require the field please log a support request with your requirements.

        Sub-Region FAQs

        What is a Sub Region?

        Sub Regions in conjunction with Main Regions to display additional fields.  For example, you may wish to include unit details in the Credential Type.  This can be accomplished using the sub region tags.

        Note: A Sub Region is optional

        Tip: To identify a Sub Region on a template, look for any Region tag without the wording Main in it

        How can I get a list of all available Sub Regions?

        For a list of Sub-Regions:

        1. Navigate to LRM > Reports
        2. On the Left Navigation Bar, Click on uReport Templates
        3. To the upper right hand side of this page you will find the uReport Field Dictionary. Click on the link and the dictionary will download on to your computer.
          • Inside the dictionary is the list of Regions, listed in alphabetical order.
          • Below each Region in the uReport Field Dictionary there is a short explanation of the purpose of the Region.
          • This is followed by the list of Fields available for that particular Region.

        We keep this list inside LRM so it gets automatically updated whenever we add a new field or region.

        Why are there different Sub-Regions?

        There are different Sub Regions so to provide you with more options.  Each Sub-Regions provides a list of Fields available to them as well as functionality.  The uReport Field Dictionary provides a short description of each Sub-Region’s function capabilities, which is then followed by the list of available Fields for that particular Sub-Region.

        Let’s illustrate with an example.

        Imagine you’re setting up a template for a Transcript. This is a kind of credential – because you often want such a document recorded in the credentials register.

        You would use a credentials Main region, such as: <<TableStart:AU_Credential_Main>> and <<TableEnd:AU_Credential_Main>>

        The credentials main region allows the required Learner, Course Enrolment and Credential details to display.

        But now you have a choice. Do you wish to report all Unit Enrolments or only Competent Unit Enrolments?

        Some training providers prefer to show only competent units on their transcript; others show all enrolled units. The choice is yours.

        • We therefore have a sub-region that will only display Competent Unit Enrolments
        • And a another specifically to display all Unit Enrolments

        You just need to reference the right sub region based on your requirements.

        Example of a Credential template with Main Regions, Sub Regions and Fields
        How to alter sub regions

        Generic uReport templates in Wisenet come set with Main Regions – many also have Sub-regions. The sub-regions can be adjusted the same way any tag can be edited:

        1. Right click on the Sub-region tag and select ‘toggle field codes‘
        2. Change only the part of the tag that refers to the region name
        3. Right click on the tag again and selecting ‘Update field‘
        4. The Sub-region will then be updated and replaced with the Region name that was entered.
        5. Now repeat for the End Region ensuring you reference the same Region name

        You can edit, add or remove sub regions as you require. You just need to remember these rules:

        • Always match the TableStart and TableEnd tags
        • Only use a sub region inside its parent Main region
        • Only use Fields that are available for a Region
        Can I delete a Sub-Region from my custom template

        Yes, deleting Fields and sub-Regions is fine, if you do not need them.

        Just make sure that you

        • Delete both Sub-region TableStart and TableEnd tags
        • Do not delete the Main TableStart and TableEnd tags of the report
        Can you add a field to a Region for me?

        A Field will only work if it is available within a Region. This requires an update to the Wisenet Product. If you think a Field should be available in a Region, please

        • First do a quick check to see if the field is already available.
          • Open the uReport Field Dictionary, find the Region and do a search for the field (you can use ctrl+f to do a search)
        • If you still require the field please log a support request with your requirements.

        Field FAQs

        What is a Field?

        A Field works as a placeholder for information collected in Wisenet.

        In uReport Templates and in the uReport Field Dictionary, a Field will appear in the following format:

        <<Client First Name>><<Client Last Name>>

        When the uReport template is generated, this will appear as:

        Jane Smith

        Thus, the Field will convert and appear as what you have stored against your Learners First/Last Name in Wisenet.

        What does a Field look like?
        How to add a Field to a template

        There are two ways that you can add a field to your Template:

        Easy (Recommended)

        By copying and Pasting from the uReport Field Dictionary

        1. Download the latest uReport Field Dictionary, which will provide you with a list of available Fields to copy and paste in the template.  To access the Field Dictionary go to LRM > Reports > uReport Templates > uReport Field Dictionary
        2. Find the generic template you are adapting for your custom template and note it’s type, e.g. Credentials
        3. Find the template type in the dictionary
        4. Copy and Paste the main fields into the layout of your Word Document
        5. Save your Word document
        Advanced (Expert)

        By manually inserting Merged Fields

        Steps for Windows:

        1. In Microsoft Word 2007 and later, Click Insert on the top menu
        2. Click Quick Parts on the tools ribbon below the menu
        3. Click Field in the Quick Parts menu
        4. In the list box on the left, Select Merge Field
        5. In the text box Field Name, enter the appropriate field name from the list
        6. Click OK

        Steps for Mac:

        1. In Microsoft Word 2007 and later, Click Insert on the top menu
        2. Click Field…
        3. Select Mail Merge from Categories and then MergeField from Field Names
        4. In the text box below next to the text MERGEDFIELD, enter the appropriate field name from the list
        5. Click OK

        WARNING: If you add fields that do not belong to their parent Region, the actual field name will remain on the template instead of being replaced by data from the learner record. This will also happen when a field is inserted with the incorrect spelling.

        Example, field with wrong spelling: When a Field is manually added using step 2 above, misspelling the word first or last name can cause the Field to malfunction and not pick up any data. Be aware of this when manually adding fields. The following image shows an example where the “middle name” field is misspelled.

        Note:

        When copying/pasting tags and merge fields, do NOT choose the option “Keep text only”! This will remove the merge field properties. If you wish to paste the merge field and have the destination formatting then choose the option “Match destination formatting“

        Can I delete unwanted Fields from my template?

        Yes, if you don’t need them. Be sure to NOT delete either of the Main Start or End tags from your template. These are crucial in making your templates work.

        How can I find out which Fields can be used in a particular Region?

        You can see a full list of available fields by their parent Region in the uReport Field Dictionary.

        1. Navigate to LRM >Reports
        2. From the Left Navigation Bar Click on uReport Templates
        3. Download link for the uReport Field Dictionary which can be found on the upper right of the page
          • Clicking on the link will automatically download the Field Dictionary on your computer
        The Region doesn’t include a Field that I want

        To use a specific field, it needs to have been added to that Region. This is a developer job that Wisenet does in the background. If you think a field should be available in a Region, then:

        • check which Regions it’s already in by doing a search in the uReport dictionary. You may find there’s already a solution for the need you’re trying to meet
        • Else, log a support request
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