The Basic Components of a Filter

You need to know the basic components of a filter if you want to customize or create a filter.

• To create a new import filter: From the Tools menu, select Import Filters, and then select New Filter. If you are interested in creating a new filter, also read Creating a New Filter.
• To edit a filter: From the Tools menu, select Import Filters, and then select Open Filter Manager. Select the filter to edit and click Edit. The most recently used filter can also be easily edited by selecting Import Filters from the Tools menu, and selecting Edit [Filter Name].

These topics explain the basic components of a filter:

• The Filter Editor Window
• About this Filter
• Working with Filter Templates
• The Filter Options

Related Topics

Creating a Filter for MARC Records

Creating a New Filter

Modifying an Existing Filter, an Example

The Filter Manager