Field Types

AC Custom Fields supports a variety of field types to accommodate different data collection needs. This document provides detailed information about each field type, its use cases, and specific config

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Available Field Types

Text Field

Description: A single-line text input field for collecting short text responses.

Use Cases:

• Customer names

• Product personalization (e.g., engraving text, monograms)

• Reference numbers

• Short instructions

Specific Configuration Options:

• Minimum and maximum character limits

• Text validation patterns (regex)

• Character counter display

• Auto-complete suggestions

Example:

Field Label: "Engraving Text"
Placeholder: "Enter up to 10 characters"
Help Text: "We'll engrave this text on your product"

Textarea Field

Description: A multi-line text input field for collecting longer text responses.

Use Cases:

• Gift messages

• Special instructions

• Detailed customization requests

• Customer notes

Specific Configuration Options:

• Number of visible rows

• Minimum and maximum character limits

• Character counter display

• Resizable option

Example:

Field Label: "Gift Message"
Placeholder: "Enter your message here..."
Help Text: "Your message will be printed on a card and included with the gift"

Dropdown Field

Description: A select menu that allows customers to choose one option from a predefined list.

Use Cases:

• Size selections

• Color choices

• Style variations

• Service options

Specific Configuration Options:

• Option management (add, edit, delete options)

• Default selected option

• Option sorting

• Option grouping

Example:

Field Label: "Gift Wrapping Style"
Options:
  - "Elegant (Gold & White)"
  - "Festive (Red & Green)"
  - "Birthday (Colorful)"
  - "No Gift Wrapping"

Checkbox Field

Description: A single checkbox that can be toggled on or off.

Use Cases:

• Opt-in for additional services

• Acceptance of terms

• Yes/no questions

• Feature toggles

Specific Configuration Options:

• Checkbox label text

• Default state (checked/unchecked)

• Required validation

Example:

Field Label: "Additional Services"
Checkbox Label: "Add gift wrapping for $5.00"
Help Text: "We'll wrap your item in premium paper with a bow"

Number Field

Description: A field that accepts only numeric input.

Use Cases:

• Quantities

• Measurements

• Ages

• Numeric codes

Specific Configuration Options:

• Minimum and maximum values

• Step increment

• Unit display

• Number formatting

Example:

Field Label: "Quantity of Servings"
Placeholder: "Enter a number between 1-50"
Help Text: "We'll prepare your cake for this many people"
Min Value: 1
Max Value: 50
Step: 1

Date Field

Description: A field for selecting a date from a calendar interface.

Use Cases:

• Delivery dates

• Event dates

• Booking dates

• Birth dates for personalized items

Specific Configuration Options:

• Date format

• Minimum and maximum dates

• Disabled dates

• Default date

Example:

Field Label: "Preferred Delivery Date"
Help Text: "Select a date at least 3 days from today"
Min Date: [Current Date + 3 days]
Disabled Dates: [Sundays, Holidays]

Datetime Field

Description: A field for selecting both a date and time.

Use Cases:

• Appointment scheduling

• Delivery time preferences

• Event timing

• Time-sensitive requests

Specific Configuration Options:

• Date and time format

• Time increment (e.g., 15-minute intervals)

• Time range restrictions

• Timezone handling

Example:

Field Label: "Preferred Delivery Time"
Help Text: "Select your preferred delivery date and time"
Time Increments: 30 minutes
Available Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM