Hide the required indicator on the variable group

Overview

The default is to display an asterisk ( * ) next to each variable set up as ‘required.’ The asterisk can be removed for selected variables (see steps here) or for all the variables on the variable group (steps below). Changing the attribute so the asterisk is not displayed does not have any effect on the ‘required’ status of the variable. Missing values from required variables will still show the variable group as incomplete. If the variable group has a tabular layout, it may look less busy if the asterisks are hidden, however, there may need to be a note added so users know the variables are required.

Required Role(s)

• Project Management

Steps

1. Open the Variable Group Update page (click here for steps)

2. Select Layout in the left panel

3. Uncheck the box for Display Required Indicators to hide the asterisks

4. Check the box for Display Required Indicators to show the asterisks (default when the variable group is set up and the most common setting)

   1. If an asterisk is not displayed next to a required variable, the attribute may be turned off at the variable level (click here for steps to hide/show the asterisk at the variable level)

5. Optional: click Preview to view the layout

6. Click Save or Save and Return