Combining different types of text fields in a document

You can combine any number of static text entries, data fields, and auto text codes in a single text field. The document displays any auto text codes and data fields according to the dataset and document details and combines it with the static text in the field.

For example, if you type Date/time: in a text field, then insert the Date and Time auto text code into the same field, the final text field looks like Date/time: {&DATETIME}, in Design Mode. When viewed as a PDF, the result is displayed as:

Date/time: 11/15/2003 07:15:00 PM

When different types of text are combined in one text field, the entire text field has the same formatting and settings. For example, if you want to make the label Date/time: bold but keep the actual date and time in plain text, you should place them in separate text fields and format them differently.

To combine different types of text fields

1. In MicroStrategy Web, open the document in Design Mode.

2. Expand the section where you want to place the text, by clicking the plus sign next to the section name.

3. Add a text field of any type. For steps, see To add a text field to a document.

4. Type some text in the text field. To create a new line in the text field, press Enter.

5. Add another text field of any type, as described below. The new data is added at the position of the text cursor.

   • To add a data field, drag and drop a dataset object into the selected text field.

   • To add an auto text code, from the Insert menu, select Auto Text and select the code, or type the code into the text field. For a list of auto text codes, see Auto text codes for document information or Auto text codes for dataset information.

6. When you have finished making all the text entries in the text field, click anywhere outside the text field.

You can change the formatting of the text field. See Formatting text fields for steps.