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A relation between two datasets is called Reference. Based on the settings of the customized UI, you can reference datasets from one or multiple specific Content Types.
A Content Type is like a table in Contentstack, coming with a customized edit form.
With the edit form of. a Content Type, you can create or edit an Entry, which is a dataset.
An Asset in Contentstack is a file you upload to Contentstack, like images, PDFs etc.
Please find more terms the Glossary.
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Please refer to the Contentstack User Manual for more detailed information about Contentstack.
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In Contentstack, a reference is a relation from one entry (dataset) to another in Contentstack. Even if two entries are referenced, both are independent in regards to editing, versioning etc.
Example: A simple webpage needs at least an entry of the type “Web Page” and one of the type “Content Block”.Please also see check the descriptions in the Glossary.
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If you reference an entry in another entry, the referenced entry itself stays independent. This means, all options can and must be used independently.
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