Creating a New Property

How to Create a New Property in Kadal Content Manager

Properties in Kadal Content Manager are metadata elements that help structure and classify information across documents, folders, and assets. Creating well-defined properties enables better filtering, searchability, and content organization.

Steps:

1. Log in to Kadal Content Manager.

Note: The Metadata Governance section is only visible to users with valid permission assigned to their user role.

2. Navigate to Metadata Governance:
   • In the left navigation panel, click on Metadata Governance.
3. Open Metadata Library:
   • Inside Metadata Governance, click on the Metadata Library option.
4. Switch to Property Tab:
   • The Metadata Library page has two tabs at the top: Property and Statement.
   • Make sure you're on the Property tab.
5. Click on + New Property:
   • In the Property tab, click the + New Property button located above the list.
6. Select a Property Type:
   • Single List: A simple flat list for course outcomes, goals, student segments, etc.
   • Text Description: An open text area for notes, details, or descriptions.
   • Numeric: For numeric data like credits or ratings.
   • Date and Time: For selecting calendar dates or times, including start-end dates and publication dates.
   • Optionally, click on See Examples to view examples of each format.
7. Enter Property Details:
   • Name – Give your property a clear and unique name.
   • Value – Enter a valid value based on the property type selected.
8. Auto-Save and Activate:
   • All changes are auto-saved as you go.
   • Click Activate if the property is ready to be used.

Note: By default, the newly created property will be Inactive.