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Date Fields

The Date Field allows users to capture dates with ease. It is perfect for tracking deadlines, events, appointments, or any date-specific data in your application. This field type ensures consistency in date formatting and enables functionality for filtering and sorting based on date values.

Creating a Date Field

There are two ways to create a new Date Field in Buildaible:

Way 1: Adding Fields via Table Settings

  1. Access the Table Settings:
    On the table, click the down arrow next to the table name, then select “Table Settings” from the dropdown menu.

  2. Navigate to the Fields Tab:

    1. In the Table Settings screen, click the “Fields” tab.

    2. Click the “+ New Field(s)” button in the top right.

  3. Select Date as the field type and configure the settings.

Way 2: Adding Fields via Manage Fields

  1. Open Field Management:

    1. On the table, click the “Manage Fields” button.

  2. Add a New Field:

    1. In the Manage Fields modal, click the “+ New Field” button.

  3. Choose Date as the field type, provide a Field Name, and customize the settings.

Settings for Date Fields

When creating or editing a Date Field, you can configure the following options:

  • Show in Table Home: Toggle this option to display the field in the default Table Home view.

  • Field Required: Ensure this field is mandatory for a record by enabling this option.

  • Unique Value: Enable this setting to ensure no two records in the table can have the same date value.

  • Default to Current Date: Automatically sets the date to the current day when a new record is created.

  • Default Value (Optional): Set a specific date to appear as the default when adding a new record. This is useful for pre-filling a standard date.

  • Helper Text (Optional): Add a short explanation or instruction to guide users on how to use this field.

  • Description (Optional): Click the + Description link to provide additional context about the field’s purpose and usage for collaborators.

Use Cases for Date Fields

  • Tracking Deadlines: Monitor project or task deadlines with clarity.

  • Event Scheduling: Organize appointments, meetings, or other date-based activities.

  • Data Organization: Sort or filter records easily by dates to identify trends or patterns.

Editing a Date Field

To edit an existing Date Field:

  1. Navigate to the Fields tab in your table settings.

  2. Select the Date Field you want to modify and adjust the settings as needed.

Best Practices

  • Set Default to Current Date: Use this setting to save time when capturing records tied to the present day.

  • Add Helper Text for Clarity: Include instructions to ensure users understand the intended use of the date field.

  • Leverage Sorting and Filtering: Use date fields for effective data management and insights by sorting and filtering by date.

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