Linked fields

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Linked fields are a feature of custom fields that links task fields or contact fields. These linked fields always work in pairs: When one field is filled in, the other is automatically updated.

The setting for linked fields can be activated in the settings of the custom fields:

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Types of linked fields

Links can be established for the following field types:

Field type Fields in selection control
Task fields Task From task fields:
  • Task
  • Task set
Task set From task fields:
  • Task
  • Task set
List of users From contact fields:
  • Task
  • Task set
Contact From contact fields:
  • Task
  • Task set
Counterparty From contact fields:
  • Task
  • Task set
Group, employee, or contact From contact fields:
  • Task
  • Task set
Contact fields Task From task fields:
  • List of users
  • Contact
  • Counterparty
  • Group, employee, or contact
Task set From task fields:
  • List of users
  • Contact
  • Counterparty
  • Group, employee, or contact
List of users From contact fields:
  • List of users
  • Contact
  • Counterparty
  • Group, employee, or contact
Contact From contact fields:
  • List of users
  • Contact
  • Counterparty
  • Group, employee, or contact
Counterparty From contact fields:
  • List of users
  • Contact
  • Counterparty
  • Group, employee, or contact
Group, employee, or contact From contact fields:
  • List of users
  • Contact
  • Counterparty
  • Group, employee, or contact

How to link fields

Linking fields involves two steps:

  • Add the required fields to objects or contact templates.
  • Link the fields by editing their settings directly in objects or contact templates.

Possible linked field combinations

  • Single field → Single field
  • Single field → Multiple fields
  • Multiple fields → Single field
  • Multiple fields → Multiple fields

Examples of field links

For tasks:

  • Truck — Cargo
  • Lease agreement — Apartment

For contacts:

  • Teacher — Student
  • Branch Office — Head Office

Important

A field can only be linked to one other field.


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