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Navigation Tree Details in Mentor EDC

The Navigation Tree, on the left side of the screen, allows you to navigate between Sites, Subjects, Visits, and Forms.

  • The folders in the Navigation Tree represent:
    Sites in the environment
    — that when opened, display Subject folders
    — that when opened display Visit folders and Forms (which may be independent OR in a Visit folder).
  • Symbols on Folders and Forms in the Navigation Tree represent actions that occurred (e.g., freeze, lock, queried, etc.) and/or status of the record.
  • Notice that the Site and Subject Identifiers display with bold text, for easy identification in the Navigation Tree.
  • Use the search bar to locate a Subject Record; also refer to Select a Subject and Search for a Subject for additional information and visual examples of how to access Subject records.

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Resize the Navigation Tree

  • Use the divider bar to resize the width of the left side navigation pane. Click and drag the divider to the left (less width) or right (wider).
  • Use the small arrow above the divider bar to hide or show the Navigation Pane details.

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Open a Form from the Navigation Tree

Follow the steps below to Navigate to a Form.

  • Click the arrow (or folder) to open the Subject Folder; Visit Folders display below.
  • Click the arrow (or folder) to open the Visit Folder; Forms and additional Folders display below.
  • Click on a Form and it opens, displaying on the main screen.

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Select a Different Site

Click on a folder to select a different Site in the Navigation Tree. Optionally, close (collapse) open folders for easy navigation.
The main screen displays information for your selection.

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