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Managing custom parameters

Custom parameters are used to pass values to a report. This means that the information displayed on a report can be different depending on what properties have been defined for the parameter. For example, a “Beginning of the month” parameter could be used to generate a report on a monthly basis without the need to specify the current month’s start date.

Note: Custom parameters require a Standard or Site license.

To manage the list of custom parameters:

  • On the ribbon, choose Report Viewer › View › Settings. The Settings window opens.
Settings window Custom Parameters section with New, Edit, and Delete buttons

To create a new custom parameter:

To modify an existing custom parameter:

  • Select the Custom Parameter section in the Settings window.
  • Highlight the custom parameter you want to modify.
  • Click the Edit button (See Working with Parameters).

To delete an existing custom parameter:

  • Select the Custom Parameter section in the Settings window.
  • Highlight the custom parameter you want to delete.
  • Click the Delete… button.
  • Click Yes when the confirmation dialog box appears. The custom parameter will be permanently removed from ViewerFX for Crystal Reports.

Note: This cannot be undone — a deleted custom parameter must be recreated.