5 Managing Inputs
An input definition defines the mapping between an input file and the metadata fields of the selected application when a document is uploaded. The input file is typically generated by a scanning station when documents are scanned for upload into Imaging
5.1 Input Definition Overview
Typically, documents are scanned and placed in a directory monitored by an Imaging input agent (see Understanding Input Agents.). The scanning station creates an input file that includes what document files to upload on the file system, what metadata values to use, and other initial document creation options. It can also attach supporting content to a document or set annotations on a document image. You can reuse an existing input definition within Imaging by exporting the desired definition to an XML file. You can then import that definition file into other systems and modify it appropriately. For more information about exporting and importing, see Exporting and Importing Definitions.
5.2 Creating Input Definitions
You must have Create or Administrative rights for the input you are creating, and View rights for the application to which the documents are uploaded. To create an input definition, do the following:
5.2.1 Enabling and Disabling an Input Definition
To enable or disable an input definition, do the following:
- From the navigator pane under Manage Inputs, click the name of the input to be enabled or disable. The Input Summary Page is displayed.
- Click Toggle Online. If the input was online, the input is disabled. If the input was offline, the input is enabled and the Input Agent starts polling the definition files of the input. Inputs must be disabled in order to be modified.
Note:
If changing the format of an inbound data file, disable the Input after the last of the original formatted files has been processed. Make changes to the Input definition to handle the new format and then enable the Input. This facilitates a smoother transition with predictable results.