Admin Metadata
The metadata sharing module allows the exchange of all kinds of metadata (concepts, HTML forms, locations, roles, programs, etc.) between different OpenMRS installations. It supports metadata defined in the core as well as in modules provided appropriate handlers are registered. Conflicts between local and incoming metadata can be identified and resolved. The module can be used through both an API and a web interface.
Any dependent metadata will be packaged along with the selected item. For example, if you select a concept with coded answers, it will package the initial concept with all of the coded answer concepts, class and datatype. If you select an HTML form, it will package the form along with the encounter type and all concepts used on that form.
More information about the Metadata Sharing module can be found on the OpenMRS wiki page.
To export metadata, you need to go to "Export metadata” from "Advanced Administration".
To create a metadata package, you need to click the "Create Package” button.
Create package page should be displayed.
Fill in the fields and click the "Next” button at the bottom. The "Select items to export” section is shown with the "Add metadata to package” button. After clicking this button, you can add items to the package.
From each item, you can choose export elements:
- All
- Non-retired
- Choose individually (if choosing this option, a table with metadata details is opened)
To add metadata, you need to mark a checkbox on its left side. After marking all the desired metadata, click "Save" to add them.
The selected item should be displayed in reviewed items with the rest of the links. Click the “Export” button to finish exporting the package.
Task details appear with information that the export is completed.
You can see the exported package by clicking the "Package” link. On the package summary page, you can download the package, create its new version or delete it.
