The general option enables the user to set some basic defaults for the whole file including:
Warnings when opening the file: Will produce a warning message when the herd file is opened if there are any animals that are due for movement notification or approaching a critical age (such as a 30 month limit for slaughter of animals entering the food chain)
Supplies and invoicing: General items such as the current rate of value added tax (VAT).
E-mail address:
Select grid font: Determines the font and font size to be used in all grids within the program
Automatic notification: Used to activate the automatic notification of cattle births, deaths etc.
Data file back-up warning: Activates the automatic warning at the start of each session if a data file has not been backed up within the specified period.