Generate content for specific assets from the document template page.
Before you begin
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The document template must be open.
About this task
Asset content is generated through the use of templates and asset profiles. A template is created, and steps can be marked to show only under certain conditions. When an asset profile is created, it details the conditions under which the asset operates. The combination of the template and the asset profile, detailing the conditions, are used to generate content that is specific to the asset.
Procedure
There are two ways to generate content:
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Within the template using the Actions icon
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Outside of the template from the asset profile
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If you want to generate content from within the template, follow these steps:
After asset content has been generated, it cannot be removed.
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Click Actions > Generate asset documents.
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In the Generate asset documents window, select one of the following:
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Individually select the check box beside each asset.
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Select the Select all assets check box to generate asset documents for all assets.
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Click Generate.
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If you want to generate an asset document from the asset profile, follow these steps:
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On the menu, navigate to Search, and click Assets.
If this option is not available, then it has been disabled by your administrator.
After an asset document has been generated, it cannot be removed.
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In the Content section, navigate to your template title and click Generate.
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Results
Asset documents are created for each of your selections.