A report consists of objects that collectively define the report:
data model objects (queries, groups, columns, links, user parameters)
layout objects (repeating frames, frames, fields, boilerplate, anchors)
Parameter Form objects (parameters, fields, boilerplate)
PL/SQL objects (program units, triggers)
references to external PL/SQL libraries, if any
code shown in the Web Source view (for JSP-based Web reports)
Using the Property Inspector, you define report properties. The document taxonomy (classification) properties (Title, Author, Subject, and Keywords) assist in cataloging and searching a report document.
When you first start Reports Builder, you can choose to open an existing report, create a new report using the Report Wizard, or create a new report manually.
Using the Report Wizard , you can quickly and easily accomplish the steps to build a report for both Web and paper layouts:
Create a new report definition.
Define the data model (choose the data, data relationships, and calculations you will use to produce the report output).
Specify a layout. You can use a default, customizing it if desired, or create your own. Reports Builder provides the following default layout styles:
Then, you can modify your report using the different views of the Report Editor.
If you choose to create a new report manually, Reports Builder creates a new default report definition for you. The first window you see is called the Object Navigator. This window displays a comprehensive list of report objects. Initially, it shows all objects that Reports Builder has created for you, as part of the report definition. As you define your report, the Object Navigator provides a central location to access and modify all objects in your report(s), including attached libraries, triggers, and program units. You can change the Object Navigator view to list objects hierarchically or by object type.
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