About this feature: Certain kinds of searches and reports are based on a time frame. Dynamic dates is a tool that allows administrators to save date specific searches. This removes the need for administrators to add new date search criteria each time the search is run.
Begin by starting a basic search, selecting the desired modules/statuses to include, followed by the group and communications filters (optional). When you add a search criterion that includes a date value:
To the right of the date field, click the [Change to Dynamic Date] button.
If you wish to switch back to entering a date directly, click the [Change to Date] button.
Click in the date field box to trigger the pop-up box
Select the desired type of dynamic date search:
Basic:
Select a dynamic date choice from the dropdown list (see below)
Advanced:
Enter a number increment
Select an increment type from the dropdown list
Day(s)
Week(s)
Month(s)
Quarter(s)
Year(s)
Select “Before” or “After” from the dropdown list
Select a dynamic date choice (“anchor” date) from the dropdown list (see below)
As you compose your search, a hint will show you the exact date that currently corresponds to the selections you have made
Click the [Set] button
Continue adding criteria and/or run your search
Dynamic Date choices:
The Current Day
The Start of the Current Week
The End of the Current Week
The Start of the Current Month
The End of the Current Month
The Start of the Current Quarter
The End of the Current Quarter
The Start of the Current Year
The End of the Current Year