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Form Builder Print Group

Purpose Statement

The Print Group feature in the Fire Investigation Form Builder allows users to organize and display selected investigation data fields within a printable form. Print Groups help create structured, professional reports by grouping related information, such as property details, into a designated section of the printed investigation report.

Background Information

Print Groups are configured within the Form Builder section of the Fire Investigation module. They allow users to select specific data fields from the Fire Investigation report and organize them into a customized print layout.

Users can create Print Groups within new or existing forms, customize their headers, adjust their placement, and select the information that appears when the report is printed.

For example, a Property Details Print Group can contain the following fields:

  • Address
  • City
  • State
  • Zip Code

Once configured and saved, the Print Group can be displayed when printing a Fire Investigation report using the corresponding form template.

Required Permissions

Users must have appropriate access to the following areas:

  • Fire Investigation Module: Access to Fire Investigation reports.
  • Form Builder: Access to create or edit forms within the Fire Investigation module.
  • Print Functionality: Access to print Fire Investigation reports.

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Step-by-Step Guide


Step 1: Navigate to the Fire Investigation Form Builder

  1. From the main First Due interface, locate the module navigation menu.
  2. Select Fire Investigations from the module list.
  3. Navigate to Form Builder.
  4. The Form Builder page displays the list of forms previously created within the Fire Investigation module.



     

Step 2: Create or Edit a Form

  1. To create a new form, select Create Form.
  2. To modify an existing form, locate the desired form in the list and select Edit.
  3. When creating a new form, enter a Form Name.
  4. Review the form information displayed at the top of the page, including:
    • Module
    • Date Created
    • Created By
    • Last Edit Date
    • Last Edited By
    • Notes
       




Step 3: Add a Print Group

  1. Within the Form Builder, locate the Add (+) button.
  2. Select the + button to display the available options.
  3. Scroll through the list and select Add Print Group.
  4. A new Print Group will be added to the form.



     

Step 4: Configure the Print Group

  1. Locate the newly added Print Group.
  2. Select the Click to Tune icon, represented by six dots.
  3. Review the available configuration options:
    • Add Header: Include a header for the Print Group.
    • Without Header: Display the Print Group without a header.
    • Move Up: Move the Print Group higher within the form.
    • Move Down: Move the Print Group lower within the form.
    • Delete: Remove the Print Group from the form.
  4. Configure the Print Group according to the desired report layout.
  5. If using a header, enter a descriptive name such as Property Details.



     

Step 5: Add Data Fields to the Print Group

  1. Within the Print Group, locate the Click to Tune icon (six dots).
  2. Select the icon to display additional options.
  3. Select Add Data Field.
  4. Review the available data fields from the Fire Investigation report.
  5. Select the data field you want to include in the Print Group.

  6. Repeat this process to add additional fields.

    Example: Property Details Print Group

    Add the following data fields:

    • Address
    • City
    • State
    • Zip Code
  7. Verify that the selected fields appear within the Print Group.



     

Step 6: Save the Form

  1. Review the Print Group configuration and selected data fields.
  2. Confirm that the Print Group is positioned appropriately within the form.
  3. Select Save to save the changes.



     

Step 7: Print the Fire Investigation Report

  1. Navigate to the Fire Investigation module.
  2. Open the Fire Investigation report you want to print.
  3. Select Print.
  4. Choose the appropriate form template containing the configured Print Group.
  5. Select Print to generate the printable report.

  6. Review the generated output to verify that the Print Group displays the configured information.


     

    Example: A Print Group titled Property Details will display the selected property information, such as address, city, state, and zip code, within the printed report. 

Best Practices

  • Use Descriptive Headers: Assign clear names to Print Groups, such as Property Details, Incident Information, or Investigation Summary, to help users identify information quickly.
  • Group Related Fields: Keep related data fields together to improve report organization and readability.
  • Arrange Print Groups Logically: Use the Move Up and Move Down options to organize sections in an order that supports the investigation report workflow.
  • Include Only Necessary Fields: Avoid adding unnecessary data fields that could make the printed report difficult to read.
  • Review Before Saving: Confirm that the correct data fields have been selected and that the Print Group is configured appropriately.
  • Test the Printed Output: After saving changes, generate a printed report to confirm that the Print Group appears as expected.

Troubleshooting & FAQs

Why can't I access the Fire Investigation Form Builder?

Verify that your user role has the appropriate access to the Fire Investigation module and Form Builder. Contact your First Due administrator if you cannot access these areas.

How do I add a Print Group to an existing form?

Navigate to Fire Investigations > Form Builder, locate the desired form, and select Edit. Use the Add (+) button and select Add Print Group.

Can I add multiple data fields to a Print Group?

Yes. Use the Click to Tune icon and select Add Data Field to add fields from the Fire Investigation report. Repeat the process for each additional field.

Can I change the position of a Print Group?

Yes. Select the Click to Tune icon within the Print Group and use the Move Up or Move Down options to adjust its position.

Is a header required for every Print Group?

No. The Print Group configuration provides options to include a header or display the group without one.

Can I delete a Print Group?

Yes. Select the Click to Tune icon for the Print Group and choose Delete. Review your changes before saving the form.

Why isn't my Print Group appearing in the printed report?

Verify that the Print Group was saved within the form and that the correct template was selected when printing the Fire Investigation report.

Can I include property information in a Print Group?

Yes. Available data fields from the Fire Investigation report can be selected, including property-related information such as address, city, state, and zip code.