Primary Uses
1. Number of items within Collection Containers:
Result:
2. Provide row numbering in Dynamic Tables
Result:
Configuration
Access settings through the Data tab:
- Number Format Options
- Arabic numerals (1, 2, 3)
- Roman numerals (I, II, III)
- Letters (A, B, C)
- Delimiter Settings
- None: plain number (1, 2, 3)
- Dot: number with period (1., 2., 3.)
- Brace: number with parenthesis (1), 2), 3))
- Starting Value
- Define initial number
- Accepts Arabic numerals only
- Applies regardless of the chosen format
Styling
Customize appearance via the Style tab:
- Font properties
- Background color
- Size
Best Practices
- Place within Collection Container for block numbering.
- Insert in table cells for row numbering.
- Maintain consistent formatting throughout the document.
The Counter calculates numbers within its immediate parent container. When nested inside multiple Collection Containers, the Counter will only number items in its direct parent container.
To number items at different container levels, use separate Counters for each level.