Attribute Types and Data Types

The type of attribute determines if the user can enter a single attribute value, a row of values, or a table of values.

Type | Description | Example
Single-field, single-value | One value for the attribute. |
Single-field, multi-value | Multiple rows of values can be assigned to the attribute. |
Multi-field, multi-value | Multiple rows and columns can be assigned to the attribute. In the example, an attribute called Contact could consist of a table of Forename and Dept. values. |

The data type determines what kind of information the user can enter as the attribute value. Below are the valid data types.

Data Type | Description | Example
Character | One or more lines of text. |
Date | The date in format DD-MMM-YYYY. You can enter a date or choose one by clicking the calendar button. |
Number | A real number or integer. |