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Display FIX_DDL Options as Radio Buttons or Checkboxes in Merciglobal Cloud ERP

This guide is tailored for Merciglobal Cloud ERP developers to configure FIX_DDL (Fixed Dropdown Lists) so they appear as radio buttons or checkboxes, enhancing user interface and experience with a simple JavaScript tweak.

🎯 Objective

To improve usability by rendering dropdown fields as radio buttons or checkboxes—especially beneficial when the list contains a few fixed options.

🛠️ Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Locate the {project}_core.js File

This file is typically located in your project’s root directory.

2. Add the Following Code

Replace {project} with your actual project name and {table} with the relevant table name:

function {table}_add_afterload() {
    fix_ddl_as_radio();
}

✅ Note: This hook triggers after the table loads, converting all eligible FIX_DDL dropdowns into radio buttons or checkboxes automatically.

🔧 Customization Options

  • Modify the fix_ddl_as_radio() function to specify which FIX_DDL fields should be transformed.
  • Enables selective UI control over dropdown rendering.

✅ Best Practices

  • Use radio buttons when users must select only one option.
  • Use checkboxes if multiple selections are necessary (requires advanced customization).
  • Keep FIX_DDL lists concise and descriptive for better UX.

💡 Use Case Example

A status field with values like Active, Inactive, and Pending defined via FIX_DDL can be displayed as radio buttons to make options more visible and reduce user interaction steps.

🔐 Access Control

Ensure users have the proper access rights to interact with these enhanced UI controls.

👨‍💻 For Merci Developers

  • This method is non-intrusive and does not alter core system files.
  • Fully compatible with MerciGlobal Cloud ERP versions released post-2023.

For more implementation guides, visit the Merciglobal Cloud ERP Documentation.
Happy Coding! 🧑‍💻