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Data Source (Multiple)

Last updated on February 17, 2026.

The 'Data Source (Multiple)' field type allows users to select multiple values for a given field. For example, if the related table has a column for storing 'colors,' users can pick multiple values (Red, Green, Blue) instead of selecting one.

When this field type is selected, the system provides the following UI element options:

  • Search (Multiple)
  • Select (Multiple)

The following conditional fields are displayed for either of these UI elements:

Input LabelTypeRequiredDescription
Data Source Dropdown Field Yes Select the target databases that will populate this field's options. This establishes a relational link between the current database and the selected source.
Display Field Dropdown Field Yes

Determines which column from the source database is visible to the user. This allows you to store a technical ID (Foreign Key) while displaying a human-readable value, such as a name or title.

This field only appears when a value is selected in the 'Data Source' field.

Mandatory Toggle No When enabled, a selection must be made to save the record. If disabled, the field can remain unassigned.

Search (Multiple)

Selecting this UI element displays a form with the following input requirements in the 'Appearance' tab:

Input LabelTypeRequiredDescription
Show in table view Toggle No Toggle to show or hide the UI element in table view.
Help Text (Tooltip) Text Area No Help text to assist users in utilizing the field correctly.
Column Width in table view (%) Number Field No Column width of the field in percent when in table view. You may use values between 1-100.

Select (Multiple)

The input requirements for this UI element's form in the 'Appearance' tab align with the inputs for the 'Search' UI element.

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