Standard descriptions form the basis of many of the drop-down lists in Trust Accounts. The Standard Descriptions window appears.

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  • Select the table to be amended from the list.

The lists fall into two categories, lists with just a narrative and lists requiring background information. The narrative lists are similar to that shown below.

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The lists are sorted into alphabetical order.

  • To add a new item to the list, use the scroll bar to find the blank line, click on the line and type the entry.
  • When all entries have been entered, click OK. The list closes and is sorted in alphabetical order.

The lists requiring additional background information are similar to that shown below.

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These lists can be sorted either by Code or by Name using the radio buttons at the bottom of the window.

·         To add a new entry, click New and enter a code and a description.

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