How to: create a version definition

How To

Before a version can be created for publications; a version definition must be made. The version definition defines which information is to be included in the version.

1. Switch to the Modelling tab on the ribbon.
2. Expand the Version Management drop-down.
3. Select Create Version.
   
4. Click New in the top section of the Create Version screen.
   
5. Enter a Name for your version definition.
6. Now you can make the selections to be included in the version using the tabs in the composition section:
   1. Selections - Here you can define which topics are to be included. Click the Add button to add Topics and use the Arrow buttons to adjust the order of the topics as needed.
   2. Field Sets - All Field Sets in the database are shown here. You can select which ones are to be included in the version.
   3. Web form definitions - When working with web forms for feedback; you can configure which ones to use for the version.
   4. Filter - Using a filter; you can omit topics from a version based on a field value.
      
7. If you work with Distribution lists you can define which list is to be used for versions made with this definition.
8. When everything is configured as needed; click the Close button.

Your version definition is now ready to create versions with.