Is there a difference between a linked file and the "rolled up" file?

John S. shared this question ago

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I have tried both together that they seem to be functionally equivalent, can't see any obvious difference.

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John S.

New User

● 22 days ago

I have done a bit more reading... there seems for be a flow of object and task data with the "rolled up" connection that would not be accommodated with the more simple linked file. Am I on the right path?

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Nick D.

MindManager Expert

● 21 days ago

Yes, a map rollup is a link with additional data. In addition to linking to the remote map, it also replicates data from the central topic of the remote map in the local map. If the central topic of the remote map contains information such as task status, resources, icons and so on, these are also shown in the local map for convenience. This lets you create a "map of maps" dashboard where you can see essential information across a set of sub-maps in one place.

There are other options too but the above is the basic concept.

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charles c.

Power User

● 20 days ago

hey, then suppose i made map2 a rolled up map inside map1.

when i modify map2, will it also update in map1?

previously there is a map linker in mm v7?

no more such functions now.

thanks

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Nick D.

MindManager Expert

● 20 days ago

Yes, the information from map 2 will be updated in map 1 when you refresh the map rollup. You can also set it to automatically refresh when you open map 1.

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John S.

New User

● 20 days ago

Thank you, Nick... all makes sense. John

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