App Field Types
Learn about all the different types of Fields used in Fulcrum.
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Metadata Fields
Default and system generated fields that exist in every app
- TimestampsUnderstanding the various timestamps for creating and editing data in Fulcrum.
- Location DataLocation, created location, and updated location metadata values
- DurationHow the duration metadata is captured and what it means.
- AssignmentDetails on the Assigned field for a record
- SourceDetails on what information is stored in the source field in the metadata section of a record.
User Defined Fields
Information about the types of fields that can be added to an app
- Text Field OverviewLearn how to utilize the most versatile data input element to capture alphanumeric data and apply custom validation.
- What is a Yes/No field?How a yes/no field functions within Fulcrum.
- Single-Choice Field OverviewStandardize your data collection by allowing users to select a single response from a pre-defined list of options.
- Understanding Multiple Choice FieldsMultiple-choice fields allow users to select multiple options from a defined list during data collection. These fields provide a structured way to capture varied data points within a single entry.
- How do choice lists work?Building predefined choice list for single and multiple choice fields
- How do classification sets work?Setting up and using classification sets.
- What are label fields used for?How Label fields can be used in Fulcrum.
- How do sections work?Leveraging Sections in your app.
- What are repeatable sections?How to set up 'parent/child' data relationships using repeatable sections in Fulcrum templates.
- What are photo fields?Describing photo fields in Fulcrum.
- What is a Video Track and how does it work?Capturing video with GPS tracks in Fulcrum.
- What is an audio field and how does it work?Capturing audio files with GPS tracks in Fulcrum.
- How do I scan barcodes or QR codes?Capturing barcodes and QR codes in Fulcrum.
- Understanding Signature FieldsSignature fields allow users to electronically capture signatures within their data collection forms, which is useful for compliance, sign-offs, and reporting.
- How do hyperlink fields work?Understand how to use hyperlink fields in Fulcrum to reference webpages and files online, from your mobile device.
- How do Address fields work?Capturing addresses and having them auto-populate on the mobile apps.
- What is record linking?Learn how to set up the Record Link field type.
- How many characters can be entered into a field?Limitations on the amount of text that can be entered into a field.
- Sketch FieldLearn how to incorporate sketching into your data collection process.
- How do I set the value for inline choice lists in a choice field?How to configure custom data names for selections in choice fields.
- What is the Classification Set Utility?It is a lightweight web application, which utilizes the Fulcrum API for viewing, creating, modifying and downloading Classification Sets.
- What are values for choice field types?Explaining the function of values in Fulcrum for choice field types.
Field Options
In depth explanation of the options for fields in your app
- Field LabelDefining what labels are for the field options modal in the App Designer.
- Field DescriptionLearn more about the field description settings in your Fulcrum app.
- Default ValueDescribing what default value in the field options modal does.
- Data NamesExplaining the function of data names in Fulcrum apps.
- RequiredWhat the required option in the field modal does when enabled in the App Designer.
- HiddenDescribing the hidden option in the field options modal on the App Designer.
- Read-onlyDescribing the read-only option in the field options modal on the App Designer.
- Default To Previous ValueSettings up a field to default to the last value that was entered when creating records.
- Numeric Field OptionsSetting up numeric fields in the App Designer.
- Understanding Time Field OptionsTime fields in Fulcrum are used to record a specific time point, offering various configuration options to streamline data entry and ensure accurate time capture.
- Date Field OptionsOptions for capturing dates in Fulcrum.
- Choice FieldHow choice options can be entered for choice fields.
- Allow OtherHow the allow other option can be used in Single Choice, Multiple Choice, and Classification Field fields
- Sections: Nesting FieldsNesting fields inside sections or repeatable sections.
- Sections: Inline vs Drill downDescribing the differences between the two view types that sections have.
- Repeatables & Record Links ComparisonRepeatable sections or record links? Both connect data, but the right choice affects performance and workflows. This guide helps you decide.
- Creating Repeatable Child Record TitlesLearn how to configure up to five fields to generate descriptive titles for your repeatable child records.
- Repeatables: Location OptionsDescribing the location options for child records that are created within repeatable sections.
- Record Links: Auto Populate FieldsPulling data from one record into another record using the record link field.
- Record Links: Selection FiltersFiltering the record link choice options.
- Conditional LogicHow conditional logic rules work to control visibility and requirements of a field.