"Creating and Deleting Documents" refers to the process of creating new documents as well as removing or deleting existing documents in a digital system or software environment. This process involves adding new information or content, setting metadata, assigning permissions, and finally removing documents that are no longer needed or have expired.
Typical features of software in the area of "Creating and Deleting Documents" include:
Document creation: The ability to create new documents, whether by entering text, uploading files, or importing content from other sources.
Template management: Managing templates for commonly used document types to expedite the creation process and ensure consistent formatting.
Versioning: Tracking changes to documents over time and storing previous versions for traceability and revision.
Metadata management: Capturing and managing metadata about documents to enable easy search, classification, and identification.
Permission management: Setting access rights and permissions for individual users or user groups to control access to documents and ensure security.
Deletion policies: Establishing policies and automated processes for deleting documents based on defined criteria such as expiration date or compliance requirements.
Recovery options: Ability to recover deleted documents from the recycle bin or an archive if they were accidentally deleted or need to be restored.
Audit trail: Logging all actions related to creating and deleting documents to ensure a traceable history and support compliance with policies.