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Creating a Subfile Option

You create subfile options so end users can enter a value in the subfile option field on the panel (the left-most field on the Edit Project panel) to perform an action (in this case, open the Edit Task panel).

The following graphic shows you the Edit Project panel with a 5 in the subfile option field for the first project.

Note: CA Plex uses the term grid selector for the System i subfile option.

To create a subfile Option value:

1. In the Panel Palette, expand the Grid region, then the Grid Selector field, and finally, the List folder. The Panel Palette should look like this:

   

2. Right-click the List folder, and choose Create Value from the pop‑up menu.
3. A subfile option value, called Value, is added under the List folder. Select the new value:

   

4. In the Property Sheet, specify the following settings:

1. Close the panel and save your changes.