# 2.2. Data classification

## 2.2.1. Data classification by item type <a href="#id-2-2-1-data-classification-by-item-type" id="id-2-2-1-data-classification-by-item-type"></a>

XooNIps is designed to support a variety of item types (12 different data formats). Besides, it provides advanced features to apply to emerging formats.

## 2.2.2. Index trees to classify / manage items <a href="#id-2-2-2-index-trees-to-classify-manage-items" id="id-2-2-2-index-trees-to-classify-manage-items"></a>

The items will be organized by the Index Tree. The Index Tree consists of the following publication areas: Public, Group and Private. Each of the areas consists of keywords so that the items can be logically and effectively sorted.

![XooNIps](https://579198783-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-legacy-files/o/assets%2F-LD6Mk8IMfCUPLQPG759%2Fsync%2F149d46c5a520b6ea681581f2f311acd802c96e3b.png?generation=1601839751695433\&alt=media)

**Figure 1.3. XooNIps**

## 2.2.3. Data search <a href="#id-2-2-3-data-search" id="id-2-2-3-data-search"></a>

The following search options are available on XooNIps.

* Directory search by index trees
  * Choose an index tag (public, group and private) to view the item list.
* Keyword search
  * Choose a keyword at the default field.
* Detail search
  * Specify a search condition on each item type field.