Matrix Elements are specific features within each Matrix Category. If the Category is Color, for example, the list of Elements might include: Red, Blue, Green, Tan. etc.
Each item in a Matrix Table is identified by a unique combination of Elements. Each Element has a code (up to 4 characters) and a name.
To create a Matrix Element: select the Matrix Table field on the Inventory Main Screen and press [Ins] (or use the Lookup List button) to display the Matrix Tables Lookup List. Select a Matrix Table from the list and press [F3] to display the Matrix Table screen. In the Categories box, press [Ins] to display the Matrix Categories Lookup List. Select a Matrix Category and press [F3] to display the Matrix Category screen. In the Elements box, press [Ins] to display the Element screen. Enter the new Element Code (up to 4 characters, depending on the what the Element Code Length was set to when the Category was created) and Element Name. Press [OK] to save the Element.
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Matrix Tables - Contents