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Can I use special character in FiNIMS?
In FiNIMS, avoid using special characters (such as @, #, $, <, %, ^, &, *, !) in any field like Student, Staff, Income, Expense, Transport, or Custom Fields. Using them can cause issues with PHP or JavaScript processing and may result in errors. It is recommended to use only alphabets and numbers for smooth functioning.
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How to restrict Teacher to access only their assigned student data?
FiNIMS includes a Teacher Restricted Mode for data privacy. By default, teachers can access all student information. When this mode is enabled (System Settings > General Setting > Miscellaneous > Teacher Restricted Mode), teachers will only see data related to their assigned class-section or subject in modules like Exams, Homework, and Lesson Plans.
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How to assign fees to student in FiNIMS?
In FiNIMS, you can assign fees to each student by first creating fee groups (Fees Collection > Fees Group). Then, set up fees under Fees Collection > Fees Master by selecting the appropriate group. Finally, assign fees to students through Fees Master > Assign/View Fees. For a detailed step-by-step guide, please check the documentation.
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Want to know about FiNIMS Biometric Attendance App?
Attendance in FiNIMS can be automated using the FiNIMS Biometric Attendance App and a biometric device. The app supports multiple biometric devices, allowing you to record attendance from different devices simultaneously. Compatible biometric devices can be purchased from online stores or local vendors.
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What is the difference between Examination and Online Examination?
In FiNIMS, both modules are different:
Examination Module: Used for offline/regular exams such as theory or practical exams conducted in classrooms with physical answer sheets.
Online Examination Module: Used for digital exams where students attempt papers online and results are generated automatically.
Both serve different needs depending on whether you want physical or online exam management.
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How to add subscription fees in FiNIMS?
In FiNIMS, student fees are not managed as monthly subscription billing. Instead, fees are pre-defined at the time of admission and configured for the academic session. All fee structures and due dates are set at the start of the session, though you can update assigned fees anytime since they are calculated in real time.
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Unable to login into student account?
If you see the message “Sorry! You are not belonging to any class for current academic session.”, it means the student is linked to an academic session that is not currently set as active in FiNIMS. To resolve this, update the current academic session under System Settings > General Setting.
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How to set Start Day of Week sequence at Timetable?
To set the start day of the week in FiNIMS Timetable, go to System Settings > General Setting. There you will find an option “Start Day of Week” where you can choose the preferred day according to your country.
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How to change text label in FiNIMS?
If you want to change text labels (e.g., renaming “Academics” to “Academics Settings”), go to the language file in FiNIMS. Select the language file according to your country and update the text. For example, for English, open the file path \application\language\English\app_files and make the required changes.
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How to enable display error message?
By default, FiNIMS runs in production mode where error messages are hidden and replaced by “500 error”. To view detailed error messages, change the environment from production to development by editing the \index.php file in your installation folder.
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I have question, where should I ask?
For general queries about FiNIMS, you can contact us at info@finasaltech.com For technical support, please open a support ticket.
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Does unicode character for languages supported in data export of table or datatable?
Currently, FiNIMS does not support non-English unicode characters in exported tables or data reports.
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