50 Ind. Admin. Code 26-3-14

Current through November 6, 2024

Section 50 IAC 26-3-14 - Online help

Authority: IC 6-1.1-31-1; IC 6-1.1-31.5-3.5

Affected: IC 6-1.1-31.5

Sec. 14.

In addition to user manuals and quick reference materials, the online computer system shall provide the following:

(1) A user tutorial suitable for the use of new operators.

(2) Online, context-sensitive help that is accessible to operators without requiring that they exit from the function on which they need help. The context-sensitive help function shall provide at least the following:

(A) For coded fields, a list of valid codes and their meanings.

(B) For noncoded fields, a description of constraints on data entry.

(C) For menus, a description of what actions are available on selection of each menu choice.

(D) When an error message has been issued:

(i) an explanation of the error condition; and

(ii) advice on corrective action.

(E) The ability for the operator to obtain help without allowing the operator to enter data violating the standards for data integrity specified in this article.

50 IAC 26-3-14

Department of Local Government Finance; 50 IAC 26-3-14; filed Jan 28, 2011, 3:07 p.m.: 20110223-IR-050100165FRA