Tree view

The main window of the Data Explorer shows a tree view of possible data sources you can select when creating a report. The tree is made up of folders for:

• Current Connections
  shows a list of data sources you are currently connected to.
• Favorites
  shows a list of data sources you commonly use and have maintained in your Favorites list.
• History
  shows a list of data sources you have used recently. The last five data sources used are displayed.
• ODBC
  shows a list of ODBC data sources you have already configured for use. You can use Create New Data Source to configure a new ODBC data source.
• File Data Sources
  shows a list of standard PC databases that reside locally. You can use Find Database File to browse for a PC database using the Open dialog box.
• More Data Sources
  shows a list of other data sources that can be accessed through OLE DB and native drivers.