Introduction

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Defining Data Providers

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Key Features

• Connects presentations to real-time data sources
• Multiple data providers can be linked to a single presentation
• Data scrolling allows automatic cycling through multiple rows of data
• Property bindings enable dynamic control of element properties
• Rules trigger content changes based on real-time conditions

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Supported Data Sources

• SQL Databases – queries, views, stored procedures
• XML Files – structured data feeds
• Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets
• Text Files – CSV, JSON, and other structured formats
• Web Services & APIs – custom integrations

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Using Data Vault Providers

• Encrypted Data – ensures secure transmission
• Continuous Availability – stores and updates data automatically
• Optimized Bandwidth Usage – reduces duplicate data requests
• Simplified Credential Management – server-side storage eliminates local handling of passwords
• Controlled Access
  • PADS4 Designers can access data but cannot modify credentials
  • Sorting, filtering, and expressions remain configurable

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Managing Data Providers

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Adding a Data Provider

• Create a new Data Provider in a presentation
• Select the source type and configure connection settings
• Define update intervals for automatic synchronization

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Editing a Data Provider

• Modify existing data sources, including queries, sorting, and filtering options

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Removing a Data Provider

• Delete unused data providers from the presentation

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Duplicating a Data Provider

• Copy an existing provider for reuse with modified settings

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Importing a Data Provider

• Transfer providers between different presentations

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Previewing a Data Provider

• Test the provider to ensure data integrity and formatting before using it

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Reusing Stored Data Providers

• Save frequently used data providers for future use across multiple presentations

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Integrating Data Providers into Presentations

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Binding Data to Elements

• Connect text, images, tables, and scrolling elements to specific data fields
• Assign columns and rows dynamically to update content automatically

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Using Data Scrolling

• Configure elements to cycle through multiple rows of data
• Define the scroll interval and set how many rows are displayed

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Applying Property Bindings

• Automatically adjust properties based on incoming data (e.g., color, size, transparency)

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Setting Rules for Dynamic Content

• Define conditions that change visibility, formatting, or layout based on data
• Example: If a stock price drops below a threshold, display a red warning message

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Advantages of Using Data Providers

• Real-time content updates without manual intervention
• Scalability – easily integrates with multiple data sources
• Custom display options using scrolling, filtering, and formatting
• Secure and efficient performance with Data Vault Providers