Report Builder 10.3 - ppDesigner - Object Inspector

rbuser

Hi,

How can I hide the "Storage" section of the "Object Inspector" at runtime?
I don't want the end user to be able to change the Template - Database
settings.

Thanks
Shahine

nardmoseley

Here is an example that remove the Storage properties and then adds them to
the Ignore property list. (If you do not add the property names to the
Ignore list, they will appear under the Miscellaneous property category).


uses
ppInspector;

var
lPropertyCategory: TppPropertyCategory;
liIndex: Integer;
begin

// remove Storage property category - this removes all property names for
this category
TppPropertyCategoryManager.PropertyCategories.Remove('Storage');

// add to Ignore category
lPropertyCategory :=
TppPropertyCategoryManager.PropertyCategories.ItemByName['Ignore'];
lPropertyCategory.PropertyNames.Add('SaveAsTemplate');
lPropertyCategory.PropertyNames.Add('Template');

end;


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rbuser

Thanks Nard,

I will give this a go.
Is there a help file or pdf file which documents these?
I mean its great the quick response in these forums, but a technical PDF
might reduce the number of post dramatically?

Cheers & Thanks
Shahine

nardmoseley

There is not currently documentation for this specific question. However we
do have extensive documentation and additional resources available - these
are being extended and improved all the time.

Here is a list of resources available for RB.


---------------------------------------------------------------
Article: Resources for Learning ReportBuilder
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1. Learning ReportBuilder is a complete learning system designed to teach
end users how to build a range of reports, but it is also an excellent
resource for the developer who is just getting started with RB. Learning RB
includes a 125-page PDF file, a stand-alone application complete with a
database, and a help file. The PDF file contains a set of tutorials, which
can be completed using the provided application. Learning ReportBuilder can
be downloaded from:

http://www.digital-metaphors.com/LearnRB/LearnRB.exe

2. Learning to RAP is designed to teach end-users how to use ReportBuilder's
Calc workspace to perform calculations and control visual aspects of the
report while it is generating. Learning to RAP includes a 59-page PDF file
and a stand-alone application complete with a database. The PDF file is
comprised of a series of tutorials that step end users through the process
of coding calculations and event-handlers to dynamically control report
generation. The application is used in conjunction with the tutorials so
that the learning experience is interactive. Learning ReportBuilder - RAP
can be downloaded from:

http://www.digital-metaphors.com/LearnRB/LearnRap.exe

3. Developer's Guide

When you install RB, this guide is automatically installed into the
RBuilder\Developers Guide directory. It contains extensive conceptual
information and step by step tutorials which show how to construct reports
and reporting applications within the context of the Delphi IDE.


4. On-Line Help

Accessible via a single click of the F1 key from with the Delphi IDE, this
reference resource explains the classes, methods, properties and events
which make up the product. It is also an excellent source of information
regarding installation, troubleshooting and version history.


5. Examples

There are a large number of example reports and reporting applications
included with RB. These show how to accomplish some of the most frequently
requested types of reports. In total there are probably over 200 different
examples covering everything from crosstabs to full-blown end-user reporting
solutions. The RAP functionality included with ReportBuilder Enterprise has
a separate set of demos, tutorials, and help files.


6. news.digital-metaphors.com

The newsgroups are very active with both Digital Metaphors engineers, TeamDM
members (volunteers specially selected for their knowledge of RB and their
willingness to help) and RB developers all pitching in to answer questions
and help each other out. There is also a Tech Tips 'newsgroup' maintained
by DM Engineers which lists over 100 different articles outlining various
tips and techniques. Probably the easiest way to connect to the newsgroups
is to surf the digital metaphors site, go to the support section and click
the newsgroup of your choice:

http://www.digital-metaphors.com/Subpages/Support/newsgroups.html


ReportBuilder newsgroup archives may be searched using a search engine
hosted by Tamarack Associates. Access the the following URL and then search
the Borland Newsgroup database. Tamarack has indexed the ReportBuilder
newsgroup archives in this database.


http://www.tamaracka.com/




7. support@digital-metaphors.com

When you are working on the really advanced stuff, and need an additional
point of view, we're always glad to help.



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