Template Properties
Properties are the input parameters of a BOM Calculation Template. They represent the dimensions, options, and characteristics that a user enters during product configuration. Each template maintains its own list of assigned properties that the configurator presents to the user.
How properties work in templates
When a property is assigned to a template, it becomes available as an input field in the configurator. Users enter values for each property, and these values are used in the template's expressions to calculate material quantities, dimensions, and other results.
Properties assigned to a template can be referenced in any expression using the syntax PROP["PropertyCode"]. For example, if a property with the code Length is assigned, it can be used in a line expression as PROP["Length"] * 2.
How to assign properties to a template
- Open the BOM Calculation Template Card.
- Choose the Properties action to open the property assignment list.
- In the Property Code field, select a property from the construction property list.
- Optionally set a Property Value as a default value for this property on the template.
- Set the Importance field to control where the property appears in the configurator:
- Standard — The property appears in a secondary tab of the configurator.
- Promoted — The property appears directly on the main configurator page for quick access.
- Repeat for each property the template requires.
Tip
Use the Add Multiple Properties action to select and assign several properties at once from the property list.
How to reorder properties
The order of properties determines their display sequence in the configurator.
- Open the property assignment list for the template.
- Select the property to move.
- Use the Move Up or Move Down actions to change the position.
Property assignment fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Property Code | The code of the assigned construction property. |
| Property Value | Default value for this property on the template. This value is pre-filled in the configurator. |
| Importance | Controls the display location: Standard (secondary tab) or Promoted (main configurator page). |
| Property Category Code | The category of the property, inherited from the property master data. |
| Print on Production Order | When enabled, the property and its configured value are printed on the production order. |
Actions
| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Move Up | Moves the selected property one position up in the list. |
| Move Down | Moves the selected property one position down in the list. |
| Ruleset | Opens the ruleset configuration for option-type properties. Rulesets define which option values are valid based on other property selections. |
| Add Multiple Properties | Opens the property list to select and assign multiple properties at once. |
Note
Properties can only be added or removed when the template is not in use (no active version exists). Once a version is created and items are configured, the property list is locked.