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Counter element serves the is a dynamic numbering of tool designed to automatically sequence records in the loop. It can be used in the following cases:
to number the repeatable structural blocks (which usually are organized in Collection Containers). For this, place the Counter into the Collection Container;
to number the rows in the Dynamic Table. For this, place the counter in the required cell of the table.
Use the Data tab to set the corresponding values about its display in the Data tab:
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Number format:
Arabic numerals
Roman numerals
Letters
Delimiters:
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none (display a number as-is: 1, 2, 3, etc.);
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repeating content.
Primary Uses
Number of items within Collection Containers:
Result:
Provide row numbering in Dynamic Tables
Result:
Configuration
Access settings through the Data tab:
Number Format Options
Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3)
Roman numerals (I, II, III)
Letters (A, B, C)
Delimiter Settings
None: plain number (1, 2, 3)
Dot: number with period (1., 2., 3
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Brace: number with
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parenthesis (1), 2), 3)
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Starting
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Value
Define initial number
Accepts Arabic numerals only
Applies regardless of the
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chosen format
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Styling
Use Customize appearance via the Style tab to adjust the font and background color of the element, and any other styles needed:
Font properties
Background color
Size
Best Practices
Place within Collection Container for block numbering.
Insert in table cells for row numbering.
Maintain consistent formatting throughout the document.
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The Counter calculates numbers within its immediate parent container. When nested inside multiple Collection Containers, the Counter will only number items in its direct parent container. To number items at different container levels, use separate Counters for each level. |