Data Field Settings
- 02 Dec 2022
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Data Field Settings
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Overview
Each Data Structure has its own data fields that can be individually configured. These settings are on the right side of the creation window of the Data Structure. For more information on Data Structures, see About Data Structures.
Data Field Information
| Setting Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Is List | Configures this data field to store a list of items of this type instead of a single item |
| Allow Null (No Value) | This setting allows this data field to accept a null value |
| Text Length | Allows the text length for the field to be changed from the default of 255 to a specific number or the max allowed |
Display Information
| Setting Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Categories | Creates a group for the data field |
| Display Label | Defines a label to display the data field in property editors |
| Display Order | Order to display the data field |
Advanced
| Setting Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Override Database Field Name | Allows SQL Keywords to be used as data field names |
| Create Database Index | Allows this data field to be used as a Database Index |
| Contains PII | Encrypts the data in the database (Cannot be reverted). When enabled, data is encrypted with 256-bit AES. |
| Encrypt Data | Encrypts the data in the database (Can be reverted). When enabled, data is encrypted with 256-bit AES. |
| SelectEditor | Changes the data fields flow 'Constant' editor type |
| Configure Custom Attributes | Allows for custom attributes on the selected data field |
| Include Field In Description | The Data field name will be included in its description |
| Is Lookup List Key Field | The selected data field is the key field for Lookup lists generated from this data structure |
| Use Visibility Rule | Allows for Visibility Rules to be created for a selected data field. This function can only be selected when editing an existing Data Structure |
For further information on Data Structures, visit the Decisions Forum.
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