25.3. Parameter Types

For each parameter in a command, you can choose a type from its menu under the Type column. The available options and their meanings are listed in Table 25.1.

Table 25.1. Custom Command Parameter Types
TextThe parameter is a text field, into which any string can be entered.
UserThe parameter is a small text field with a user selection button next to it. Only valid UNIX users can be entered or selected from the pop-up user window.
UIDLike the User option, but the username entered will be converted to a UID for substitution into the command when it is run.
GroupThe parameter is a small text field with a group selection button next to it. Only valid UNIX groups can be entered or selected.
GIDLike the Group option, but the group ...

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