Crystal Reports 10: Level I

Learning Outcomes:

• Successfully design an attractive report using the parameters in the Activity Lab.

• Correctly create a report based on the database information in the Lesson lab.

• Modify the selection criteria and sort order of the data included in the above report without error.

• Utilizing a set of directions provided, accurately create and edit formulas.

• Effectively create and modify links in your report instituting the concepts provided in the Lesson Lab.

This two-day class will teach students the basics of report creation including sorting, grouping, linking, basic formula creation, working with report expert, and how to distribute reports to other users.

* Creating a Report
* Displaying Specific Report Data
* Grouping Report Data
* Building Formulas
* Enhancing Reports
* Inserting Hyperlinks
* Creating Watermarks
* Creating and Modifying Pie charts
* Distributing Data

Crystal Reports 10: Level I

Upon successful completion of this class you will be able to: Plan the needs for your report including data as well as appearance. Become familiar with components of the Crystal Reports application windows. Create reports based directly on database information, use a report expert or create a copy of an existing report. Add, modify, and remove report objects such as data fields, text objects, file information, graphics or decorative lines and boxes. Format the appearance of your report using font, color, border and number choices. Change the selection criteria and sort order of your data. Create subtotals, grand totals, and summaries for your report data. Create, edit and delete formulas. Understand Crystal’s formula language. Understand linking concepts then create and modify your own links. Identify and control Crystal’s report sections. Distribute your reports to those who need the information through a variety of methods.

Class targeted to:

* Those who need to know the reporting capabilities of Crystal Reports and how to edit and customize your own reports.

Prerequisites:

* Windows knowledge and some familiarity with databases would be helpful.