Data types for table columns
Note
This option pertains to the Hyperproof TPRM product line.
Data type | Definition |
|---|---|
Action | A button or link that performs a specific action, such as triggering a workflow to start a project. |
Binary | Toggle or binary input for boolean fields, such as Yes/No or True/False. |
Checkbox | A predefined list of options presented as checkboxes; multiple values can be selected. |
Child table | A list of Hyperproof TPRM tables. if selected, the child table is nested within another table. |
Country | A list of countries. |
Currency | A number field that supports numeric values, but presents them in a currency format, such as $100.00. |
Date | Select a specific date from a date picker. |
Duration | A time field that supports a time duration. |
A text field with email with validation. | |
Entity | A drop-down list of Hyperproof TPRM entities, such as a catalog type. |
File upload | A field for uploading and managing files. Useful for attaching documents, such as contracts, terms, or PDF files. |
Multi-select | A list of values from a predefined list; multiple values can be selected. |
Number | A number field that supports only numeric values. |
Phone | A text field with phone number validation. |
Picklist | A hierarchical list selection |
Project | A drop-down list of Hyperproof TPRM projects. |
Radio | A predefined list of options presented as radio buttons; multiple values can be selected. |
Rich text | Advanced text editor supporting formatting, lists, and embedded files. |
Score | A rating field, for example, on a scale from 1 to 10. |
Simple Text | A free-form text field. |
Single select | A predefined list of options; only one value can be selected. |
Table Reference | A list of Hyperproof TPRM tables. |
Teams | A drop-down list of Hyperproof TPRM teams. |
URL | A URL field with validation. |
Users | A drop-down list of Hyperproof TPRM users. |
Workflow | A drop-down list of Hyperproof TPRM workflows. |
Text field subtypes
When configuring a text column, you can specify a subtype to enhance functionality and appearance:
Create a column with a Text data type. See Adding custom columns to tables.
In the Subtype field on the Add Column window, select one of the following:
Simple Text - Displays an empty text field.
Email - Displays with an email icon and validates email format.
Phone - Displays with a phone icon and validates phone format.
URL - Displays with a link icon and becomes a clickable hyperlink.
Country - Displays in a special format for country information.
Click Save.