Types of Snippets

Types and Purpose

Snippets allows users to adapt their data presentation to specific needs. Both sheet and models contain some snippets created by default to enable input, read data and view audit history. These default snippet cannot be edited or deleted. User can create their own snippets for input, reporting and visual creation. These snippets come in various types, each tailored to serve distinct purposes. They can be updated according to the requirements.

Standard Snippets

These snippets are accessible by clicking on level2 header of models and sheets. They are present in the snippet public section.

Input Snippet

This is displayed as Sheet name in Snippet list, available only for sheets. The purpose of this snippet is to enable input an data upload to sheet.

Data Snippet

This Snippet name is same as the Sheet/Model name followed by the word Data in title. It is used to review all the data contained in a model or sheet. This includes entered as well as calculated data.

History

This Snippets contains the details of changes made to the sheet/ model data over time. The snippet title appears as Sheet/model name followed by the word History. This is also created by defaulted and cannot be modified. This detailed history is contained in a tabular format, containing columns:

Column	Description
Fields	Contains detail of the selection for the field
Metric	Name of the metric containing the value
Measure	The value entered or calculated
Source model	Name of the model the Snippet belongs to, blank in case of sheet
Updated by	Name of user updating the snippet
Updated at	Name of the update made
Category	Nature of the update, ex. Input
Task	Name of the task to which snippet is assigned, blank if unassigned
Reference	Detail on the update nature, ex. Update because of the Formula update
Event ID	Unique ID to identify changes made in same event
Event Type	Type of event, ex. input, update
IP Address	IP of the system from which update was made
Client	Detail of the client system from where update was made

The Time range for extracting history can be set. Data can also be filtered by Scenario, entity etc. The data history can also be exported.

User Defined Snippets

These snippets are created by users and can be modified. They can be Private or Public depending on their configuration.

Report

• Purpose: Report are designed primarily for data viewing. They provide a structured layout that allows users to easily peruse data.

• Benefits: The layout of report snippets can be adjusted at any time, enabling the creation of data subsets for in-depth analysis. They are particularly valuable for scenarios where data is meant to be read-only, offering a clear and organized representation of information.

Visual

• Purpose: Visual bring data to life through dynamic visuals. They allow users to visualize system data in various ways.

• Benefits: Visual offer different types of data visualizations, including comparisons, trends, compositions, and indicators, each with numerous ways to represent data. These visuals make data interpretation more intuitive and actionable, helping users gain insights at a glance.

Input

• Purpose: Input sheet snippets function similarly to reports but with an exceptional capability - users can enter data directly into them.

• Benefits: Data entry through various sources is supported, and just like report snippets, the layout and field members can be dynamically adjusted to match specific needs. Moreover, data saved in input sheet snippets is immediately updated in the JustPerform system, ensuring real-time data accuracy. This bidirectional functionality allows for the conversion of reports into input sheets and vice versa.