What is 'dropdown box' in SAP BW-BEX - Business Explorer?

dropdown box - Overview

• Component: BW-BEX

• Component Name: Business Explorer

• Description: Web item from the BEx Web Application Designer or design item from the BEx Analyzer that puts characteristic values in a BEx application into a dropdown box for filtering. In the Web Application Designer, in addition to characteristic values for filtering, other content can be defined for the entries in the dropdown box: Selection of Query Views Fixed list of options defined by the user

dropdown box - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  A dropdown box is a type of user interface element in SAP BW-BEX Business Explorer. It is a list of options that can be selected by the user, usually by clicking on the down arrow next to the box. The user can then select one of the options from the list. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use a dropdown box in SAP BW-BEX Business Explorer, first click on the down arrow next to the box. This will open up a list of options. Then, select one of the options from the list by clicking on it. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using a dropdown box in SAP BW-BEX Business Explorer, it is important to remember that only one option can be selected at a time. If you need to select multiple options, you will need to use a different type of user interface element, such as a checkbox or radio button. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Dropdown boxes are just one type of user interface element available in SAP BW-BEX Business Explorer. Other types of user interface elements include checkboxes, radio buttons, text boxes, and more.