Output Destinations

When a report is run, the resulting output is sent somewhere. The Output Destination field is used to select where the output goes.

The choices are:

• Excel Spreadsheet – The output is sent to Excel, which then creates a spreadsheet that can be modified and saved. Microsoft Excel must be installed on the same computer. The directory that the file is placed in can be set in Terminal Settings with the "Report File Path" field. If you are using a WebClient, it will be sent to C:\Program Files\WebClientApps\Bluebird Auto Rental Systems\RentWorks\reports.

• File – The output is sent to a text file that can be viewed in Notepad or any other text editor. The directory that the file is placed in can be set in Terminal Settings with the "Report File Path" field. If you are using a WebClient, it will be sent to C:\Program Files\WebClientApps\Bluebird Auto Rental Systems\RentWorks\reports.

• Mail Recipient – The output is sent in PDF format to the email defined in File->Preferences unless other run-time options exist (as for Statements).

• PDF File - The output is sent in PDF format that can be viewed with Adobe Reader. The directory that the file is placed in can be set in Terminal Settings with the "Report File Path" field. If you are using a WebClient, it will be sent to C:\Program Files\WebClientApps\Bluebird Auto Rental Systems\RentWorks\reports.

• Printer – The output is sent to a printer. In File->Terminal Settings, we recommend that the Contract Printer and Report Printer should always be set to "Always Ask".

• Terminal – The output is displayed on-screen. A text window shows the report output for proof reading; the output can then be sent to another device using the "Send To…" button below the window. The window’s size can be controlled in File->Preferences. By checking off the "Maximize report viewer" box, the text window will be expanded to fill the entire screen, allowing you to see more of the report without scrolling.

Notes:

1. Each report has its own list of output destinations, and some of the above choices are not available in all reports.
2. If you are running a report which creates a posting or export file, and you are using a WebClient, it will be sent to C:\Program Files\WebClientApps\Bluebird Auto Rental Systems\RentWorks\export.
3. To create a shortcut folder on your desktop to easily access the report or export files, use WINDOWS EXPLORER to drill down to this folder, right-click, and select Sent-To-> Desktop (Create Shortcut).
4. A report run to Excel will typically contain MORE data than a printed report.