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Data Source (Multiple)

Last updated on February 10, 2025.

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) as opposed to being mandated to stick with one value. The field has a single UI element option called 'Select (Multiple).'

The system displays the following conditional fields when you select the 'Select (Multiple)' UI element:

Input LabelTypeRequiredDescription
Data Source Dropdown Field Yes Database that serves as the data source for your field.
Display Field Dropdown Field Yes

The field (column) from the 'Data Source' database whose values are displayed on the Instance.

The display field provides the flexibility to show any related data, not just the foreign key, in the 'Data Source' field. For example, link via but display the user's name.

Mandatory Toggle No Allows you to specify whether a user must provide an input or if the field can be optional.

In addition, the system displays the following form input requirements in the 'Select (Multiple)' UI element's '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.
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