Custom Fields allow you to choose how you wish to collect information. The options that are available include:
- Yes/No: a choice of “Yes” or “No”
- Date: valid date values only
- Number: Valid numbers only with optional decimal place (no leading zero)
- Please note: A “Number” field is recommended only for information you will perform mathematical calculations on. For telephone numbers, membership IDs, etc., please use “Short Text”.
- Short Text: up to 100 characters (a leading zero can be used)
- Long Text: Longer text or paragraphs
- Drop Down: a custom list of choices, displayed in alphabetical order
- Checkbox: a box that can be checked/unchecked
- File: a file can be uploaded
Important: Once a Custom Field has been created, a Custom Field type is the only setting that cannot be changed.