This article will teach you how to change the pseudonym of a single entity using while anonymizing. You'll learn how to specifically modify a name while keeping the pseudonym logic for other entities.
There may be times when you want to change the pseudonym for just one entity within a category. In the example below, we want to change "Jens" to something specific (eg. witness) while allowing other names to follow the pseudonym logic (B, C, D, etc.).
Steps to Change a Single Pseudonym:
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Hover Over the Replacement:
- Place your cursor over the replacement name. A gray box will appear, indicating that you can edit the replacement.
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Write a Different Pseudonym:
- Enter the new pseudonym you want to use.
Using this method with our redaction software, you can easily update specific pseudonyms without altering the rest. This ensures precise control over the anonymization process while maintaining consistency across your document.
This simple yet powerful feature of redaction and anonymization tools helps you manage sensitive information effectively and ensures compliance with privacy standards while saving the meaning inside the document.