How to reverse the value of a True/False using Not()?

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This article will explain what the Not() function is and provide examples of how it can be utilized with the binding syntax in smart templates.

What is the Not() function?
Not() function examples

Prerequisites

Library and at least one Dynamics modules enabled
Templafy Desktop and Office VSTO add-in installed on the PC
Tenant admin/owner access or Space owner access

What is the Not() function?

Not() is a function that reverses a True/False statement, where True becomes False and False comes True.

Not() logic

Syntax	{{Not(True/False)}}
Output	True/False

Not() function examples

Example 1

Using the Not() function to reverse the value of the "TestCheckbox" checkbox question originating from the response form.

Binding	{{Not(Form.TestCheckbox)}}
Input	Form.TestCheckbox = "☑"	Form.TestCheckbox = "☐"
Condition	True	False
Output	False	True

Example 2

Using the Not() function together with Equals() to compare two values and reverse the output.

Binding	{{Not(Equals("this is text", "this is text"))}}
Condition	True
Output	False

Example 3

Using the Not() function together with Contains() and Lower() functions to check if the text contains the word "external" and apply the correct disclaimer.

Binding	{{IfElse(Not(Contains(Lower(Form.Body), Lower("external"))), "This document is only for internal use and should not be shared outside the organization.", "This document is external and can be shared.")}}
Input	Form.Body = "The body of this document is confidential and only used by partners and employees"	Form.Body = "The body of this document is external"
Condition	True	False
Output	"This document is only for internal use and should not be shared outside the organization."	"This document is external and can be shared."

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