- Include fields from the record in the Email that is sent out?
You can include fields (or columns) in the Subject and Message by
using the syntax [Field Name] as
described here.
- Ensure email reminders are only sent out for Tasks are not
completed or Issues that have not been closed?
The key to using SharePoint Reminder flexibly is to understand
how SharePoint Views work. Task lists have a built in "Active Tasks"
view that only shows tasks that have not yet been completed while
Issue lists have an Active Issues view that only shows Issues that
have not yet been resolved or closed. When configuring SharePoint
Reminder you can choose one of these views as shown in the
Tasks due and Overdue example.
If you have more complex requirements you can create a custom
view that meets your needs. Review the
Helpdesk example
for a view that shows only High Priority active issues. You may also
find the Create A View FAQ
useful.
- Not send email alerts for old items?
There are two ways to do this described here Tip - don't send Reminder email alerts for old records.
- Only send email alerts for Modified items?
This page will help Tip - only send Reminder email alerts for modified records.
- Pick up someone's email address from ... ?
Please see the separate
Email Addresses FAQ.
- Let users configure their own reminders?
SharePoint Reminder
can only be configured by someone with "Web Designer" or
"Administrator" permissions (i.e. someone who has permission to
modify a shared page).
It is designed to be setup by one person on behalf of a group of people rather than by
the individuals themselves as is the case with SharePoints built in
"Alert Me" feature.
- How can I temporarily disable a Reminder Web Part?
You can set the Resend Email to 0 times to temporarily disable an
individual SharePoint Reminder web part.
- Upgrade to the latest version of SharePoint Reminder?