Use a List Field when the choices for data in response to a field are fixed, or you want them to be fixed. 


There are two options for list fields, Single select and Multi select.


Single Select


Single select field only allows the user to choose one choice from a list of options.  


To setup a Single select list field choose the List field from the Add fields menu and drag it into template. 


Name the field and choose Single select, click Next. 




From this page you can add the options for the list field. Click Add options. Add the option(s) you want for your list field in the Options text box, separate list options so each option takes its own line. When you are finished entering options click, OK.

 

 


On the next page, the options you have just entered will be shown. If necessary you can edit, remove, or add more from this screen. You can also choose a color to be associated with a specific list option. For example, Low can be associated with the color green. To choose a color, click the down arrow and choose a color. 




When you are finished with the setup of the list field click, Finish. 




Multi Select


Multi select list field allows the user to choose multiple values from a list.


To setup a Multi select field choose the List field from the Add fields menu and drag it into the template.


Name the field, choose Multi select, then select the Render style. Selecting List will render options vertically, Inline will render option horizontally. When initial configuration is complete, click Next.




From this page you can add the options for the list field. Click Add optionsAdd the option(s) you want for your list field in the Options text box, separate list options so each option takes its own line. When you are finished entering options click, OK.




On the next page, the options you have just entered will be shown. If necessary you can edit, remove, or add more from this screen. 



If there are no edits, click Finish.


The Multi select list field has now been created.