Single-Select and Multi-Select Field Types

In accordance with their names, Single-select fields allow a user to select one option out of a dropdown containing multiple items, while Multi-select allows the user to select any number of items from its dropdown. Both Single-select and Multi-select field types additionally have a property labeled - Items In Dropdown.

Create a Single-Select or Multi-Select Type of Field

1. On the Xyicon Header, click the Settings () button.
2. Under Settings, click on the desired Module.
3. Click on the Fields Tab.
4. Click on (+) Create to create a new field.
5. In the Create New Field Panel that opens, give a name for your field.
6. Click on the drop-down in front of Field Type and select either Multi-select or Single-select.
7. Click on Add Item in front of Items In Dropdown to add an item for users to select from the dropdown.
8. Select New Item (1) that appears and rename the item as needed.
9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 to add more items.
10. Alternatively, click on the button labeled Add multiple items at once and type your item names on each line, pressing enter after each item name, to add all your items at once.
11. Optionally, turn on Display On Links, provide a Field Description, and Helper Text as needed.
12. Click on Create to create your new field.

Reorder Items in Dropdown of Single-Select and Multi-Select Fields

1. On the Xyicon Header, click the Settings () button.
2. Under Settings, click on the needed Module.
3. Click on the Fields Tab.
4. Select the field whose items you wish to reorder.
5. Click and hold on the drag handle in front of the item you wish to move. The items are in the Items In Dropdown property.
6. Move the item to its new position and release the mouse button.
7. Repeat as needed.