Overview
This section outlines provides guidance on how to set up and manage field mappings on a field-by-field basis.
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Types of Field Mappings
Inputs
Inputs are used to prepopulate a given field with information data from a data specified source when the form is generated. This reduces the need for users to have to fill out the same information every time.
Outputs
Outputs are used for sending send the submitted data to the specified data source when a form is writtenbackfrom a form to a designated data source upon writeback.
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Limitations
Inputs
Only one input mapping can be used on a is allowed per field.
Fields are only pre-populated when the form is generated/createdat the time of form creation.
The incoming data must conform to the format expected by the form field.
Example: Sending "True" to a dropdown list that does not recognize "True" as a valid option will result in the field displaying as blank.
Outputs
The outgoing data must match the format that the data source expects.
Example: Sending a letter where a number is expected will cause errors during the writeback process.
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How to Use Mappings
Standard Mappings
SchoolEngage comes with a standard map sources available out of the box.
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Map Source
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Begin by editing a form field.
Scroll to the "Data Mapping" section within the field settings.
Click "Add Input" or "Add Output" to create a new mapping.
Choose your desired map source and the specific field to link.
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Standard Mappings
SchoolEngage includes several predefined map sources:
AB PowerSchool Writeback ver.2
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A variety of PowerSchool student fields,
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: Main map source for writing back student information to PowerSchool.
Unlimited Contacts: Main map source for writing back contact information to PowerSchool.
SE - Parent: Connects to the user who created the form.
SE - Student: Connects to the user to whom the form is assigned.
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Custom Mappings
Custom map sources from PowerSchool can also be integrated. For detailed instructions on this process, please visit our guide on Importing Customizations into SchoolEngage.