17.1. Creating a Catalog

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## 17.1. Creating a Catalog

A catalog is a just a special type of folder designed to hold large numbers of similar objects. To be able to create a catalog, you will need to define a custom type in your workspace that is an extension of the `Catalog` type. An example of a custom catalog type is illustrated in the tutorial at the end of this chapter.

To create a catalog:

1. In the Data section, locate the folder in the EKM repository where you want the catalog to reside, then select (New) > Folder. The New Folder dialog box appears:

   Figure 17.1: Creating a New Catalog Folder

2. In the Name edit box, enter a name for the catalog (for example, `My Widget Catalog`)

3. From the Type drop box, select a catalog type (for example, `Widget Catalog`). You must have a custom folder type defined for your workspace that is an extension of the built-in `Catalog` type. Refer to the tutorial for details.

4. If desired, specify a description and image for the catalog.

5. If you want to immediately set up permissions on the new folder, enable the Edit permissions check box.

6. Click OK.

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