An asset definition is the structure, defined by a user, that determines the content, visibility and functionality of an asset. In essence, an asset definition is a template for creating tasks. Asset definitions are organized by a category and class, which are mandatory. These act as a means of grouping and filtering asset definitions. Notable aspects of asset definitions include:
A custom icon and color to represent the asset definition
A description
Elements, organized into sections (individual data elements like checkboxes, text inputs, lists, numeric inputs, etc.)
Valid task definitions (restrict only certain type of tasks from being allowed to be recorded against assets of a certain type)
Settings for toggling whether assets of this type should be allowed to be attached to a project, specific columns that should be used to create an asset identifier, and whether the asset definition is active or not (used to disable the use of a definition without deleting it)
Note that many of these options are defaulted on creation. Make sure to take the time to set these to match your needs.
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