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Labeled Instance

Data Instance Grooper.Core

A Data Instance that represents a value associated with one or more labels or checkboxes.

Remarks

The Labeled Instance class models a data value that is contextually linked to one or more labels or checkboxes detected on a document. It is used in Grooper to represent fields where the value is not only defined by its content, but also by its association with nearby text labels or OMR (optical mark recognition) checkboxes.

Role in Grooper

Labeled Instances are created automatically during extraction when a Data Field is configured to use a context-based extractor, such as a Field Class or Labeled Value. Each instance stores the extracted value, along with references to the associated label(s) and/or checkboxes that provide context for the value.

This enables Grooper to accurately extract values from documents where the meaning or identity of a value is determined by its relationship to a label or checkbox, such as forms, surveys, or checklists.

Usage and Configuration

  • Labeled Instances are managed by Grooper’s extraction engine and are not typically created or configured directly by end users.
  • They are visible in the Data Review UI, where users can review the extracted value, its associated labels, and checkbox states.
  • Advanced users may use Labeled Instances in custom validation, reporting, or export scenarios to leverage the contextual information provided by labels and checkboxes.

Integration with Other Features

  • Labeled Instances support annotation and highlighting in the document viewer, showing both the value and its contextual elements.
  • They are used in validation and review workflows to ensure that values are correctly associated with their intended labels or checkboxes.
  • The contextual information can be used in downstream logic, such as conditional exports or advanced data validation.

Best Practices

  • Use Labeled Instances for fields where the value’s meaning depends on its association with a label or checkbox.
  • Review the context associations in the Data Review UI to ensure accuracy, especially for complex or ambiguous layouts.
  • Leverage the contextual data for advanced reporting, validation, or automation scenarios.

For more information, see the documentation for Data Field, Checkbox Instance, and context-based extraction settings.

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