Field Types
With more than 40 different field types, we’re the most versatile of any platform. SmartSuite supports everything from text and numbers to sophisticated formulas and links to other records.
40+ Field Types For Every Type of Data
Choose a Field,
Any Field
Add, modify, and customize any of the field types. Variety is the spice of life, so drill down to the info you need for your workflow!
Most of our competitors have 15 or fewer fields, so you’ll find SmartSuite a regular playground of data options! Let’s take a look at what we have to offer your team.
We've Got
The Basics Covered
We’ve got you covered with all the commonly used field types - you’ll use these on pretty much everything you do.
Start by adding Basic Fields such as Text, Date, Number, Single and Multiple Select lists, Files and Images, and more.
Each field comes with validation - for example, if you try to enter a date in the wrong format, we’ll call you out (nicely). Maintain quality data for quality decisions.
Fields Designed
For Collaboration
Work is better when we all work together. Encourage team collaboration by adding interactive field types such as Rating, Vote, Tag, and Social Networks fields. Just don’t blame us if you don’t win “Most Likely to Succeed.”
Project Management
Essentials
Keep your project managers happy with project management-specific field types, including Due Date, Status, Percent Complete, and Time Tracking. Manage your entire timetable of deliverables and ensure the team is always in the loop.
Not Your Average
Field Types
We’re moving beyond the basics with our Advanced Fields! We have fields for specific needs such as Formula, Signature, Auto Number, Sub Items, and more. Support ANY process you can think of and get more done using more specific fields.
The Future of
Collaborative Docs
Stop the back and forth between your documents, file management systems, project management software, and everything in between. Our SmartDocs give you everything you need to create rich, in-depth, badass next-gen docs directly in your records. It’s your Google Docs, Microsoft Word, WordPress editor, Evernote and more—all combined into the ultimate SmartDoc! Get in there, Hemingway...but maybe hold off on the bourbon until after hours.
Assign Work
To Team Members
Assign one or multiple members to any task you create in SmartSuite. Every assigned item will appear in their “My Work” section to keep processes and projects moving forward.
Creating Connections
By Linking Solutions
Linked fields are the magic behind your workflows, creating connections between everything in the platform, so data can be shared without duplication. Relate contacts to accounts, features to products, logos to marketing materials, and on and on. Linked fields save you time...so, so, so much time.
Check Off The Details
With Checklists
Like a to-do list on steroids, checklist fields allow you to create collaborative tasks lists to knock out the little details on the path to an excellent broader scope of work.
We’re not saying you have to completely get rid of that paper notebook you’ve been building out to-do lists in, but we do offer color coding as well.
Sub Items: Building Blocks
To Powerful Projects
Build your projects however you would like! We know you’re going to love our field types, so we thought you’d like to build more records in your records. We offer full customization. Just select the fields to display, apply filters and sorts, link related records, and more. Great for prepping and checking off the sub items that have to be accomplished for a larger deliverable.
Field Types to Power the Way You Work
Capture data in a way that best supports your projects and processes.
Text
Add a single line of text like a name or title.
Text Area
Add a larger area of text, like a description for your designer.
SmartDoc
Add a next-gen document with fully loaded formatting, collaboration, and more. Use it to experience it - it’s just freakin’ cool to use.
Single Select
Add a list where only one choice can be selected.
Multiple Select
Add a list where multiple choices can be selected.
Date
Add a date (formatting of your choice) with an option to include time.
Date Range
Select a period by defining Start Date and End Date.
Time
Add a specific time to your record. Translates universally to a user’s time zone.o your record.
Number
Add a number with optional formatting.
Number Slider
Select a number within a range using a numeric slider.
Percent
Add a number that is displayed as a percentage.
Currency
Add a number that is displayed with currency formatting.
Add one or more valid email addresses.
Phone
Add one or more formatted phone numbers.
Address
Add an address that can be displayed on a map.
Full Name
Capture a person's full name and title.
Link
Add one or more hyperlinks to any website.
Yes / No
Add an image to represent a selected / non selected state.
Files and Images
Attach files and images that can be viewed and downloaded.
Rating
Use a visual ranking to rate anything, from favorite movies (The Big Lebowski) to the efficiency of your department or team.
Vote
Vote with your teammates to pick the best idea, features for the next product or employee of the month.
Tag
Add tags to categorize records for easy searching.
Social Network
Add link to one or more social networks.
Assigned To
Assign one or more members to a record.
Due Date
Specify the date and time something is due so everyone’s working off the same deadline—no matter their time zone.
Duration
Track a time duration in days, hours and minutes.
Percent Complete
Always know how close your or your team is to completing any task or process.
Status
Track the overall status of things like tasks, activities, or projects. Experience the joy of marking something complete.
Checklist
Manage a list of things that need to get done. Assign items to members, include a due dates, and check them off as you complete them.
Time Tracking
Keep track of the time spent on specific tasks, along with who performed the work. Pull specific time tracking reports.
Count
Display a count of records linked to the current record.
Rollup
Summarize data from records linked to the current record.
Lookup
Display a field from a linked record.
Formula
Calculate a value based on other fields in the record.
Auto Number
Add a tracking number that automatically increments.
Record ID
Add a unique system generated ID to each record.
Signature
Allow users to enter a signature to track acceptance.
Color Picker
Allow the selection of a color palette in HEX, RGB or CMYK formats.
IP Address
Store valid IPv4 and IPv6 addresses.
Sub Items
The Subform Field lets you embed "child" records or tasks within a "parent" record.
Linked Record
Add a link to a record in another app.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Field Types in SmartSuite?
Field Types in SmartSuite refer to the diverse range of field options available for users to capture and organize data within their records. With over 40 different field types, SmartSuite offers unparalleled versatility to meet various workflow needs.
What types of field options are available in SmartSuite?
SmartSuite supports a wide array of field types, including text, numbers, dates, single and multiple select lists, files and images, as well as more sophisticated options like formulas, ratings, votes, tags, and social networks fields.
How do Field Types enhance collaboration among teams?
Field Types designed for collaboration, such as rating, vote, tag, and social networks fields, encourage team interaction and engagement. These interactive field types foster collaboration and contribute to a more cohesive team environment.
Are there specific field types tailored for project management?
Yes, SmartSuite offers project management-specific field types such as due date, status, percent complete, and time tracking. These essential field types assist project managers in managing deliverables and ensuring team members are informed and on track.
What are Advanced Fields, and how do they differ from basic field types?
Advanced Fields in SmartSuite go beyond the basics and offer more specific functionalities. Examples include formula, signature, auto number, and sub items fields. These advanced field types support a wide range of processes and enable users to accomplish more complex tasks.
How does SmartSuite's SmartDocs feature revolutionize document creation?
SmartDocs in SmartSuite revolutionize document creation by providing users with rich, in-depth document editing capabilities directly within their records. Users can create professional documents akin to Google Docs, Microsoft Word, WordPress editor, Evernote, and more—all within the SmartSuite platform.
Can Field Types be customized to suit specific workflow requirements?
Yes, Field Types in SmartSuite are highly customizable. Users can select the fields to display, apply filters and sorts, link related records, and more, allowing for full customization to meet the unique needs of their projects and processes.
Over 40 field types to choose from!
We have a field for your every need.