DICTIONARY

How to Access and Manage the OpenELIS Global Dictionary

1. Access the Dictionary

1. Follow steps 1 and 2 from the "How to Access the OpenELIS Administrator Module" guide.

2. Click Dictionary under the Master List page.

2. Understanding the Dictionary Menu

• The menu displays:

  • Select checkbox

  • Category of entry

  • Dictionary Entry

  • Local Abbreviation

  • Is Active status

• Use the Next and Previous buttons to navigate through entries.

3. Search for a Dictionary Entry

1. Type the entry name in Search By Dictionary Entry.

2. Click Search.

3. The searched entry will be displayed.

4. Modify a Dictionary Entry

1. Click the Select checkbox next to the entry.

2. Click Modify.

3. Edit the fields in the Edit Dictionary page (Fields marked * are mandatory).

4. Click Save to update the entry.

   Note:

   • Click Exit to close without saving.

   • Use Next to browse additional entries.

5. Add a Dictionary Entry

1. Click Add.

2. The Add Dictionary form appears (Fields with * are mandatory).

3. Select the Category from the drop-down menu.

4. Enter the Dictionary Entry and Local Abbreviation.

5. Click Save.

   Note: The new entry will be listed under Pathology Requests.