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ADM 2 Guide


Filter SmartLink

The Filter SmartLink’s Source object passes its filter data (operators and values) to the Target object and removes filter data (for any field and operator combination that this Source potentially can apply) in the Target. When it finishes, the Source opens its query. It reads the current operators and values from its target when it starts and whenever it is reset.

The ADM does not require the Source and Target objects to SUBSCRIBE to and implement any events. Only the Source object knows about a filter relationship. The Target object has no knowledge of the Source object or why its activities are occurring.

The Filter relationship typically connects the following types of SmartObjects:


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