How to change the category or name of an attribute

When specifying an attribute on a record, you may see the need to rename the category to better fit the needs of the organization. This solution outlines how to change the name (category) of an attribute.

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Open Configuration and select Attributes
Highlight the attribute type
Under Description, locate the attribute to change
Place the cursor in that field and enter the new attribute name
Select a different page in the Navigation window. The changes will take affect immediately.

Note: Changing an Attribute Category in Configuration automatically changes the Attribute Category on all records with this attribute.

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