the-representation-type-object-6f467c5.md

The Representation Type Object

Note:

This step is required only if you want to define your own representation types in addition to the predefined ones shipped with APF. For more information, see Predefined Representation Types.

The representation type object defines how data is depicted on the UI. It has the following format:

{
  "type" : "representationType",    // optional
  "id" : "<id>",
  "constructor" : <constructor>,
  "picture" : "<path/file>",    // relative to Web application root
  "label" : <label>
}

The properties used in the representation type object denote the following:

Properties	Description
id	Unique ID of type string.
constructor	Defines the implementing function object of the representation.
picture	Icon indicating the representation type.
label	Defines the label text.