Custom Field Type Overview

Custom Field Type allow you to define field types that are specific to their needs. For each custom field type, you can determine which of the target languages (ASP, ASPX, JSP) are supported, as well as how the field will be displayed and how it will process form data for the supported languages.

The Custom Field Type List dialog box provides the following features:

Field Name or Button Name

Description

Reference Filter drop-down list

Use to select an existing Reference Filter.

Add

Use this button to define new custom field types. Clicking this button opens the Custom Field Type Properties dialog box.

Edit

Use to display the Custom Field Type Properties dialog box for a selected Property.

Copy

Use to copy an existing Reference Filter.

Delete

Use the Delete button to delete an existing custom field type.

Close

Use to close the Custom Field Type List.

 

When the Add or Edit buttons are selected, the Custom Field Type Properties dialog box displays. It includes the following tabs: