> #### How to assign a resource file to a report

> 1 | In the layout editor, select the report by clicking in an empty area on the report page.

> 2 | In Property Editor, under Properties, choose Resources. Property Editor displays the Resources page, as shown in Figure 20-2.

> Figure 20-2 Property Editor displaying the Resources page

> 3 | Choose Add File, next to Properties Files.

> 4 | In Browse Resource Files, indicate which resource file to use by completing one of the following tasks:

> | To use a resource file that currently exists in the resource folder, select the resource file displayed under Shared Resources.

> | To create a new resource file using BIRT Report Designer, select a folder. In New File Name, type a name for the new resource file, such as CustomerReportResources.properties, as shown in Figure 20-3. You must type the .properties file-name extension.

> Figure 20-3 Browse Resource Files showing a new resource file

> 5 | Choose OK.

> The name of the resource file appears in Properties Files in the Resources page of Property Editor. The report uses the selected resource file. You can specify a different resource file to use at any time. You can also delete a resource file by choosing Remove File in the Resources page.

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