Group/Batch Editing
When adding/updating fields in iSAMS, you have the option to add entries for several pupils/applicants at the same time.
Group Editing - select one pupil/applicant field and add the same entry to a group of students
Batch Editing - select individual or multiple (up to three) pupil/applicant fields and add different entries to each pupil in the group. The batch edit function can also be used to view multiple fields without exporting.
Group Editing
Use your preferred search method to bring up a list of pupils/applicants.
Tick the checkboxes next to the pupils/applicants you wish to edit.
Select Group Edit from the pink drop down (selected pupils) and then select the field you would like to edit.
If the field is a choice of options (SELECT), select the field value option, and click edit field to save.
If the field is a textbox, enter your text, and click edit field to save.
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Batch Editing
Use your preferred search method to bring up a list of pupils/applicants.
Tick the checkboxes next to the pupils/applicants you wish to edit.
Select Batch Edit from the pink drop down (selected pupils).
You can select up to three fields to edit.
This allows you enter different information for multiple pupils.