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An expression is a stateless user-defined function. It can access the data row and the report properties (property-ref) to perform its task. Using the data row, an expression has access to the data source and other functions and expressions. Expression parameters are given by property elements.

Function/Expression Type

Description

Summary Calculations

These calculate values for display in groups, headers and footers.

Item Calculations

These calculate values for display in item (detail) bands.

Advanced Calculations

These are misc. advanced calculations.

Pentaho Charting Extensions

These are functions and expressions for generating charts within reports.