What are Trackers?
Using Trackers, you can create forms for collecting data and make reports from that data. Trackers can combine structured information collected from users the feature is a powerful, flexible tool. Originally, trackers were used to collect and manage bugs in Tiki. They evolved into an open ended system where you can track any kind of user input in a customizable form. Each tracker has its own mini database. Users with the appropriate permissions can devise trackers to collect any kind of information that you want.
Four Steps to make a Tracker
| Step | Details | Help Page |
| 1. Create the Tracker | Admin names the tracker, and assign overall parameters and permissions | Creating a Tracker |
| 2. Add fields to the Tracker | Admin defines the columns and type of information collected | Adding fields to a tracker |
| 3. Add items to the tracker | Users fill out the forms to create items in the tracker | Adding items to a tracker |
| 4. View or List the results | Use plugins to view a customized tracker output in a page | Viewing Tracker Results |
| 5.Assign Trackers to Groups | optional - trackers can also be used upon registration. | Assigning Trackers to groups |
What can Trackers be used for?
Trackers can recreate online any kind of table or spreadsheet, not including the fancy formatting or calculations.
- support tickets
- contact managers
- feature requests
- purchase orders
- bug reports
- feedback reports
- news submissions
- project management
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Trackers can't:
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