Field Type
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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.
• Each field type determines the kind of data that can be entered, such as text, numbers, dates, or relationships.
• Field types can be tailored to meet specific requirements, allowing for precise data structuring.
• Field types often include built-in validation to ensure data integrity (e.g., enforcing number formats, date ranges, or character limits).
• Some field types influence system functionality, such as relationship fields (e.g., M2O, O2M) that connect data between tables.