User Documentation

User Documentation

 This documentation provides general user documentation for the main functions and features of Argos.

Accessing Argos - Directions on how to access Argos and install the active X.
FAQ- Frequently Asked Questions

Glossary - In Argos some of the terms might confuse you. Well we can help Glossary is a list of terms used frequently in Argos and the definitions.

Quick References- The following are quick guides to get you started in Argos Report Writing and DataBlock Design, as well as some quick and helpful tips and tricks to keep you going along the way.

Power Tips - This page will be updated soon.

Best Practices and Standards -  In order to ensure consistency, quality, and security, this document includes a set of Standards and Best Practices.

DataBlock Designer Resources- This is a quick guide to help DataBlock designers with getting started in DataBlock design

• Data Sources-A list of available Banner and ODS data sources by the database and a description of what is in each database.
• MSU Logos- MSU Logo images that can be used in DataBlock and Reports.
• DataBlock Documentation by Department- Departmental documentation on how to run a Report or DataBlock.
• Data Finder Guide - A guide to how to find data in Banner Live and ODS.
• DataBlock Quick Reference- The is a quick guide to get you started in Argos DataBlock Design, as well as some quick and helpful tips and tricks to keep you going along the way.
• Getting Started Guide - This is the basic Data Block guide.  It also contains a chapter on reports
• Getting Started with Charts - This manual helps you get started using Charts in your data blocks and reports.
• Getting Started with OLAP - This manual explains OLAP and how to use OLAP in your data blocks and reports.
• Argos Open Lab Every Friday - Held every Friday, this class will allow you to get one-on-one attention while you are working on Argos reports or DataBlocks. Bring your reports and DataBlocks and get assistance. There is no need to register for this session. Just show-up.  
  

Report Writer Resources - This is a quick guide to help user get started writing their own reports.

• Report Checklist - Use this checklist to help organize your thoughts about the new report.
• Report Naming Codes - The report code will be the first part of the report name followed by a space or an underscore ("_"). The remainder of the report name is at the report creator's discretion. The report description can be used for additional documentation.
• Report Writer Quick Reference- The following are quick guides to get you started in Argos Report Writing and DataBlock Design, as well as some quick and helpful tips and tricks to keep you going along the way.
• MSU Logos- MSU Logo images that can be used in Reports.
• Band Editor User Guide - This is the guide to using the Band Editor in banded reports.
• Band Editor Function Guide - This contains the builtin functions for use in the Band Editor.
• Advisor and Enrollment Reports
• Argos Open Lab Every Friday - Held every Friday, this class will allow you to get one-on-one attention while you are working on Argos reports or DataBlocks. Bring your reports and DataBlocks and get assistance. There is no need to register for this session. Just show-up.