# ``line_id``
## Properties
:dimensions: N_PROF
:dtype: str32
## Default Attributes
| Attribute | Value |
|-----|-----|
|``whp_name`` | ``LINE`` |
## Description
A transect line identifier, examples include CalCOFI Lines or an id assigned to the lines of a cruise doing grid type work
:::{warning}
Use the SECT_ID parameter for WOCE/GO-SHIP section ids
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