The image shows the main Report Designer tools used to create and customize data reports.
The table gives a brief description of each element marked on the image:
ID | Name | Description |
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1 | Report Structure | Quick and easy navigation through the report elements. |
2 | Report Designer toolbar | Controls to change font properties, to access the toolbox, Data Source, and Group and Sort windows, and to zoom in or out the Report Designer surface. |
3 | Toolbox | Controls to customize data reports. |
4 | Smart Tag | Options to display context-sensitive information and commands in report controls and bands. |
5 | Band Strips | A strip with the band name, band icon, and Expand/Collapse displayed on top of every report band. Strips are omitted when generating a report document. |
6 | In-Place editor | Editor to enter the text or input. |
7 | Shortcut menu | Additional options to be used for data reports that depend on the context. |
8 | Data Source | Hierarchical structure of the data source currently bound to a report. |
9 | Group and Sort | Controls to apply grouping and sorting to a report. |