Configuring Sequences
Configuring Sequences
You can configure sequences to create strings consecutive numbers. Sequences can be used to create persistent identifiers.
To create a sequence:
- Open the sequences page (Repository > Utilities and Files > Sequences). The following appears:
List of Sequences
- Click Add Sequence. The following appears:
Sequences - Details
- Fill in the fields of the table as described in the following table:
Configuring Sequences
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | The name of the sequence. |
| Owner | The institution that you want to have access to the sequence. Select All to have the sequence available to every institution in the consortium. |
| Description | A description of the sequence. |
| Start | The number with which you want the sequence to start. |
| End | The number with which you want the sequence to end. |
| Prefix | The prefix of the sequence, if desired. |
| Fixed Length | The number of digits in the sequence. Leading zeros are added to adjust the sequence to the desired length. |
- Click Save. The sequence is added to the list of sequences.