The Edit Properties dialog is the control for every element and field in the form's structure. It has many parameters, which in turn are grouped into tabs, sub menus and even sub tabs.

 

Though the dialog is very powerful, but its settings do not need altering in most cases. That said, Composer's ability to do scripting and to fine tune the data model of the form through Edit Properties — and have these debugged and quickly up and running — is vital for successful form design. The improved layout of the Edit Properties dialog also facilitates making these adjustments to the form.

 

Composer Version 4's redesigned Edit Properties has a number of new features, including a layout tab for configuring the layout managers of a block, with a small wireframe for viewing the effects of changes on the block. Also, for the first time in Composer, you can view a field's dependencies and triggers.