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Notes applications
An HCL Notes® application contains information about a particular area of interest, such as the forms and policy documents for a department, or it might contain documents of a similar type, such as email messages. In addition, some companies create "discussion applications," where employees can post responses to particular topics.
Getting started with Notes applications
An HCL Notes® application contains information about a particular area of interest, such as the forms and policy documents for a department, or it might contain documents of a similar type, such as email messages. In addition, some companies create discussion applications, where employees can post responses to particular topics.
How can I find server information if I cannot follow a link?
If you are provided with a link, for example in an email, that does not work, you will need to create a connection record with the server.

Notes applications
An HCL Notes® application contains information about a particular area of interest, such as the forms and policy documents for a department, or it might contain documents of a similar type, such as email messages. In addition, some companies create "discussion applications," where employees can post responses to particular topics.
- Getting started with Notes applications
  An HCL Notes® application contains information about a particular area of interest, such as the forms and policy documents for a department, or it might contain documents of a similar type, such as email messages. In addition, some companies create discussion applications, where employees can post responses to particular topics.
  - What type of content can be contained in Notes documents?
    An HCL Notes® application can contain a variety of information types.
  - How can I open a Notes application?
  - How can I bookmark a Notes application?
    You can bookmark an application so it is easier to find at a later time.
  - How can I find server information if I cannot follow a link?
    If you are provided with a link, for example in an email, that does not work, you will need to create a connection record with the server.
  - How can I create a URL link to a composite application?
    You can create a URL link to a composite application from another application, or from a mail message.
  - To compact a Notes application
    Compacting an HCL Notes® application recovers unused space so the application can operate most efficiently.
- Notes applications quick reference
  This quick reference card is a list of instructions for common tasks and shortcuts for Notes applications, which you can print and keep at your desk for easy reference.
- Advanced Notes applications topics
  More advanced Notes applications tasks include determining which applications to back up, how to use XPages applications with Notes, and creating a subscription to an application.

How can I find server information if I cannot follow a link?

If you are provided with a link, for example in an email, that does not work, you will need to create a connection record with the server.

To find server information if you cannot follow a link

Procedure

Right-click the link and choose Link Properties
Make note of the Hint displayed at the bottom of the dialog box.
Click File > Open > Notes Application
In the Look In field, type the hint noted in Step 2, for example servername/1/Acme.

Results

If you have access to the server, this will automatically create a connection record. You can then click the original link to open it. If you don't have access to the server, contact your system administrator.