Removing Empty Objects

The Remove Empty Objects functionality was added to correct earlier problems where as the result of a failed import or offline library check-in, "empty" objects could be incorrectly created in a library. This function cleans out those empty objects.

If you find objects displaying without any description or details it indicates there are empty objects in your library. In these circumstances, you should use Author-it's Remove Empty Objects.

There can also be rare cases when an object displays as normal but with an object code of zero (0). In this case, there is a field missing in the library data. Running the Remove Empty Objects function will correct the problem by reallocating the correct ID without removing the object from the library.

To Remove Empty Objects:

1. Open the Library using Author-it Administrator.
2. Choose Maintenance > Remove Empty Objects. Progress is shown as objects are cleared from the Library.

   Note: Users must be logged out of the Library before you can remove any empty objects. If any users are logged in to the library at the time an information message is displayed to advise you the action cannot be completed.