Creating a table using an existing model

By choosing the Use an existing model you can use an existing instance or data model either on your computer or shared network directory to create the table.

1. In the Palette, click Table.
2. Click on the canvas.
   The Table Wizard opens.
3. Click Use an existing model.
4. Click Next.
5. In the Instance column, click the parent instance.
6. Select the instance you want to use to control the data in the table:
   • To use an instance already being used in your form, in the Instance column select the instance
   • To use an instance saved on your computer or network, click Add Instance and select the file. Then in the Instance column, select the instance.
7. In the Instance Data column, select the instance data to use.
   An XForms data instance defines the XML template for the data that will be collected from the form.
8. Click Next.
9. In the Display Columns list, select a column name listed.
10. Set any of the following Details for each column name:
    • Header — Type the column name you want displayed on the table.
    • Width (pixels) — Set the width of the selected column. The default is 100 pixels.
    • Display type — Set the display to either Text (Read/Write) or Text (Read).
    • Display column header — Select or clear the check box to display or hide the column header name.
    • Show Border around column — Turn on or off the borders. Default is on.
11. Click Next.
12. If required, set the general display and configuration settings.
13. Click Finish.
    The table, using your selected data model is created and displayed on the form.