How do I install this add-on?

You can install it with the help of Universal Plugin Manager or manually.

What versions of Atlassian Confluence are supported?

Table Filter supports Confluence 4.3 and higher.

How does the plugin filter the data in tables?

When table cells are compared, all leading/trailing spaces are not taken into consideration, multiple spaces are handled as one space, images and fonts are also ignored.

Can I use the plugin for a table with merged cells?

Yes, you can.

Can I filter an already existing table?

Yes. Paste it inside the Table Filter macro in the Edit mode.

Can I use the filter for a table generated by another macro?

Yes. If you experience any problems with that, let us know.

How can I export a unfiltered table to PDF/Word?

1. Click the Disable all filters icon. For details, see the how to disable filters section.
2. From the Tools menu, select Export to PDF or Export to Word.

Why are default column width and default value are retrieved incorrectly after changes in columns?

This is a known issue. You may encounter this problem after changing one column to another when the default width and default values will remain from the prior column. After any modifications in the columns or adding/deleting filters, ensure that the default width and default value match the current column.

How are values sorted in drop-down lists?

In ascending order (A-Z then 0-9).

Is it possible to change the sorting order in drop-down lists?

Unfortunately, no.

Can I specify several values for one drop-down filter?

Yes.

Can I use regular expressions in the user filter?

Yes, you can use JavaScript syntax for regular expressions.

Can I filter only empty values in the table?

Yes, you can. In the filter box for the appropriate column, select '-Empty-'. The add-on will output only the empty cells.

How can I get help?

Please send us your Confluence, plugin and browser versions, the HTML code of the page (in Internet Explorer -  File -> Save as...-> Webpage, complete ) and its storage format (login as Administrator and go to  Tools - View Storage Format ). Screen shots also would help to understand the problem.

What date formats are supported?

You can specify the date format in two ways.

If you use the string value for setting the date format, you can combine and customize them to your needs, as follows:

• mm/dd/yy - 12/31/2014
• dd M, yy - 15 Jun, 2015
• dd MM, yy - 27 August, 2015
• mm-dd-yy - 12-31-2015 and others.