Editing a Property

How to Edit a Property in Kadal Content Manager

Properties in Kadal Content Manager are used to add structured metadata to documents, folders, and assets. Editing a property helps you keep metadata up to date and aligned with evolving business or academic needs.

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. Locate the Property to Edit
   • Scroll through the list of properties in the Property tab. Each property is displayed with the following details:
     • Property Name
     • Alignment (shows how many associations the property has)
     • Status (Active or Inactive)
     • Last Modified
6. Open the Edit Menu
   • Hover over the property you wish to edit.
   • Click the vertical ellipsis icon (⋮) that appears on hover.
   • Select Edit from the dropdown menu.
7. Update the Property Details
   • Name – Give your property a clear and unique name.
   • Value – Enter a valid value based on the property type selected.

Note: The property type (e.g., Single List, Text Description) cannot be changed after creation.

8. Auto-Save and Activate:
   • All changes are auto-saved as you go.
   • Click Activate if the property is ready to be used.

Note: Changes to properties will reflect across all associated documents, folders, and assets.