Tags and Annotations

How to label and document objects in CAST Imaging.

CAST Imaging gives you two ways to add information to objects: tags and annotations. Both are stored on the server and visible to all users who have access to the application.

Tags

A tag is a short label you attach to one or more objects, transactions, or modules. Tags are searchable. You can use them to:

  • Group objects that belong to the same migration effort (for example, migration-target).
  • Mark objects that need review (for example, high-risk).
  • Filter long lists of transactions to find the ones that matter.

You can add tags manually one object at a time, or import them in bulk from a CSV file.

Annotations (Post-Its)

An annotation is a free-text note you attach to one object. Annotations appear as sticky notes on the canvas. You can use them to:

  • Capture the result of an investigation.
  • Record a decision or a question for the team.
  • Save an AI-generated explanation of a piece of code.

Differences at a glance

Tag Annotation
Format Short label Free text
Searchable Yes No
Attachable to Objects, transactions, modules Objects only
Bulk import Yes (CSV) No

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