Recommendation - use copy and paste commands

You can copy or move imported elements between slides by using Windows Copy and Paste commands.

Each copy of an element retains its link to IBM® Cognos® for Microsoft Office. Changing the number of rows or columns in a table changes the amount of data that is refreshed into that shape, unless the Autosize option is used, in which case the application adds or deletes rows or columns as necessary. The shape accommodates as much data as it can fit.

Do not delete objects manually. Always use the Remove Data link or Clear All Data button Clear all data icon . Otherwise, the object placeholder is lost and you can no longer refresh the item.