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Complex Type Properties

A complex type is an element that contains other elements and attributes. A complex type contains elements that are simple or complex types. When you select a complex type in the

Schema

view, the Developer tool lists the child elements and the child element properties in the right panel of the screen.

The following table describes complex type properties:

Property	Description
Name	The type name.
Description	Description of the type.
Inherit from	Name of the parent type.
Inherit by	Restriction or extension. A complex type is derived from a parent type. The complex type might reduce the elements or attributes of the parent. Or, it might add elements and attributes.