Defining simple string fields

Define a simple string field by setting the data type, string size, display type, encryption, and providing a default value.

Before you begin

Learn about the data type. For more information, see Data types.

Procedure

  1. Define basic information about the field. For more information, see Defining fields and adding them to field groups.
  2. Select Simple String in Data Type.
  3. Select a Display Type.
    Valid values for simple strings are:
    • Link
    • Markdown (For help with syntax, consult resources such as the Markdown Guide)
    • Rich Text
    • Text
    • Text Area
    • Show full list of display types

      Do not create new fields with the Show full list of display types option. Use this option only for imported fields that have no display type. This can happen if a field is imported that did not have an assigned profile in the same configuration file.

  4. Set Encrypted to True or False.

    Simple string fields that are encrypted:

    • are not eligible for use in Global Search.
    • cannot be defined to use security rules (both record level and field level). For more information, see Security rules.
    For more information, see Encrypting field values and Decrypting field values.
  5. Enter a Default Value.
    For more information, see Setting a default value for an object field.
  6. Finish defining the field. For more information, see Defining fields and adding them to field groups.