Data Parameter tokens provide a shortcut to a column of data in a data set (Figure 12.44).
Figure 12.44 - Data Parameter Tokens
Data Parameter tokens are normally used for evaluating numeric data from a parameter in a custom token, for instance, the mean value of a particular parameter (Figure 12.45).
Figure 12.45 - A Data Parameter token for Parameter 3 of plot 1 being used in a custom token formula to calculate the Mean of Parameter 3.
Upon choosing to insert a Data Parameter token, the Create Data Parameter dialog will open (Figure 12.46).
The following properties can be edited for Data Parameter tokens, by right-clicking on the token:
•Display Text - defines if the token should display the Token Value (default), Token Description, or a user-defined Text.
•Font - changes the font depending on the value of the token based on a list of classifications
•Data Source - identifies the plot that determines Token Value
•Number Format - assigns the number of decimals and number display options
•Parameter
Parameter Settings
▪Choosing Macro from the Output As drop down will retrieve all values and input them in the function without using any text derived values.
▪Choosing Data Values from the Output As drop down will retrieve all values and input them in the function as text derived value (Not recommended for large data sets)
Figure 12.46 Create Data Parameter token dialog.