Creating new data formats

Creating new data formats

You can create new data formats to suit any type of dynamic data you want to display.

To create a new data format:

  1. Open a page containing dynamic data in Design view.
  2. Select the dynamic data you want to create a custom format for.
  3. Select Window > Bindings to display the Bindings panel, and click the down arrow in the Format column.

    If the down arrow is not visible, expand the panel.

  4. Select Edit Format List from the pop-up menu.

    The Edit Format List dialog box appears.

  5. Click the Plus (+) button and select a format type.
  6. Define the format and click OK.
  7. Enter a name for the new format in the Name column.
  8. Click OK to close the Edit Format List dialog box.

Related topics

  • Customizing existing data formats
  • Creating new data formats


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