Field Type

A Field Type defines the nature and format of the data that can be stored in a specific field within a table. Field types are essential for structuring and validating data, ensuring consistency and compatibility across the system.

1. Data Specification:

• Each field type determines the kind of data that can be entered, such as text, numbers, dates, or relationships.

2. Customizability:

• Field types can be tailored to meet specific requirements, allowing for precise data structuring.

3. Validation and Restrictions:

• Field types often include built-in validation to ensure data integrity (e.g., enforcing number formats, date ranges, or character limits).

4. System Behavior:

• Some field types influence system functionality, such as relationship fields (e.g., M2O, O2M) that connect data between tables.

Field Types:

• Text Field

• Number Field

• Date Field

• Dropdown Field

• Checkbox Field

• Switch Field

• Formula Field

• Relation Field

• File Field

• Map Field

• Primary key Field

• Code Field

• Phone Field

• Email Field

• Increment ID Field

• Password Field

• Color Field

• Barcode Field

Purpose of Field Types:

Field types ensure structured, consistent, and meaningful data storage, enabling efficient data handling and interaction within the system. They provide flexibility and scalability for managing diverse data requirements in any application.