Creating Reports¶
Create a new report project when you need a new layout and dataset.
Goal¶
Start a blank report, use the Report Wizard, or begin from a template.
Prerequisites¶
- Report Studio is installed and running
Steps¶
From the Welcome screen¶
- Launch Report Studio (or return to Welcome if shown).
- Choose one option:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Blank Report | Empty bands ready for design |
| Report Wizard | Guided setup for common options |
| Start from template… | Prebuilt layout as a starting point |
[ Screenshot: Welcome screen — create options ]
- Enter a report name when prompted.
- Confirm to open the workspace.
From the File menu¶
- Choose File → New Report….
- Follow the prompts for a blank report or wizard flow.
- Optionally use the toolbar New / New Report Wizard buttons if available.
[ Screenshot: New Report dialog ]
Using the Report Wizard¶
Typical wizard steps include naming the report, choosing page setup, selecting a theme, and optionally connecting data.
- Start Report Wizard.
- Complete each step, then finish.
- Switch to Design to refine the layout.
Result¶
A new report project is open. Save soon so the project folder and project.json are created on disk.
Tips¶
Tip
Templates are useful for recurring layouts (title block, page footer, map frame). Customize after creation rather than starting from scratch every time.
Note
The editable source of truth is project.json. Generated JRXML is produced when you save, compile, or preview.