Common Catalogues - Adding additional titles for People

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Tamsin Watson
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What is the context?


Common Catalogues is an area in Meddbase where dropdown lists are defined. It allows users to customise these lists by adding, updating, or removing elements to meet specific needs.
Meddbase comes in-built with a set of titles for people who are added to the system, although this is an extensive list this is by no means a complete list of all titles. These titles can be updated or removed within the Common Catalogues area.

What is the purpose of the article?


This article explains how to use to add a new title, such as 'Madam,' to the list of available titles in the system.

Using Common Catalogues to Add a New Title


  1. Access Common Catalogues

    • Navigate to Start Page > Admin > Common Catalogues.
  2. Locate the Titles Folder

    • In the Common Catalogues menu, find the folder named 'Titles'.

    • Expand the folder by selecting the '>' symbol or click directly on 'Titles'.

  1. Add a New Title

    • Scroll to the bottom of the list and select 'New Title'.
      • Alternatively, click '+Add New' after selecting the 'Titles' folder.

    • Enter the new title (e.g., 'Madam') in the provided field.
  1. Save Changes

    • Select the 'Save' button.

    • Meddbase will automatically assign a unique Id for the new title.
  1. Verify the Update

    • The newly added title will now appear as an option in the dropdown menu in any Title field.

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This article was last updated on 10th January 2025.