Object classes are groups of attributes. You assign object classes to entries as a means of assigning attributes to new entries. For more information on the role of object classes, refer to Understanding Directory Schema .

1. Display the list of object classes: Oracle Internet Directory >> Schema >> Object Classes.

2. Double-click the object class that you would like to change.

3. Change the properties by modifying fields that you can type into, or by clicking on the buttons that display possible values for that field.

4. Save the changes by clicking on the Save button.

Name	Uniquely identifies an object class.
Object ID	Numerically identifies an object class per LDAP standards.
Description	This is for your use.
Super class	Specifies one or more object classes whose properties this object class inherits.
Mandatory Attributes	Specifies the attributes that must be non-null for new entries (requires non-blank values)
Optional Attributes	Specifies the attributes that could be null for new entries (does not require non-blank values)
Type	structural = can be used to create entries abstract = can only be used as a super class auxiliary = all atrributes are optional; can be added to entries none = none are specified; server defaults to structural