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How to: Setup Custom File Names

Welcome to our guide on how to use the custom file naming feature in GreenSlate. I’ll walk you through each step, so you can complete the process with ease.

1. Select File Naming

Click the File Naming module from the left navigation to access the naming convention builder.

Select File Naming

2. Select a Transaction Type to Edit

Locate the transaction type you wish to change, then use the Actions drop-down and select Edit.

Select a Transaction Type to Edit

3. Determine the File Name Format

Next, determine the File Name Format. Use the < > symbols to add optional separators.

Determine the File Name Format

4. Choose Date Format

Use this drop-down to select the Custom Date Format, if applicable.

Choose Date Format

5. Custom Date Format

To enter a custom date format, first select a Date Format of Other, then type in your preferred date format.

Custom Date Format

6. Preview Custom Date Format

Once the date format has been entered, you will see a date preview.

Preview Custom Date Format

7. Available Variables

The available name convention value/variable list for each file type is always listed on the right. Any variable must be in curly brackets and separated by an underscore.

Available Variables

8. Click Save

If everything looks good, click Save to submit the changes.

Click Save

Check out How to: Bulk Download for information on bulk downloads.

That's it. You have successfully configured file naming conventions in GreenSlate. If you have any questions or need more help, please visit our Help Center or reach out via email or chat.

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