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Add or Modify a Progressive Lens Type

Progressive types vary by performance characteristics, such as stability of distance, near, and intermediate zones of vision.
  1. On the Progressive Types tab, do one of the following:
    • To add a new item, select Open Menu and select New.
    • To modify an item, double-click the item to open.
    The Progressive Types window opens.
  2. In Description, enter a description for the type of progressive lens.
  3. In SIM Code, select the question mark symbol to search for and select a SIM code or a description associated with the progressive type, and select OK.
  4. To use this progressive lens only for VSP orders, select For use on VSP orders only.
  5. To add more detail, select Note and add your comments.
  6. To hide an item in the list, select Hide.
  7. On the External tab, select open menu and select New.
    The Add External Interface window opens.
  8. In External System, select VisionWeb or VSP as an external provider.
  9. In External Description, select a description for the system and select OK.
  10. Select Next to add another item or select OK to return to the Progressive Types.