Accept Multiple Options in FIX_DDL Dropdowns¶
Objective¶
Enable multiple option selection in FIX_DDL dropdown fields within MerciGlobal Cloud ERP using the Web Designer tool.
How to Enable Multi-Selection in FIX_DDL¶
To allow multiple selections in a FIX_DDL dropdown, follow the steps below:
1. Add Code in DEFAULT Field¶
Insert the following code into the DEFAULT field of the dropdown field in Merci Web Designer:
:MULTISELECTION
📝 Note: Multi-selection dropdowns will display selected options as pills, and the component includes a search option for user convenience.
2. Set Proper Field Width¶
Ensure the field width is set appropriately to accommodate all selected pills.
- Recommended Width:
1024(This allows better visibility of all selected options.)
3. Preview & Test¶
After configuration:
- Run the form to verify dropdown functionality.
- Ensure that multiple selections appear correctly as pill-shaped tags.
- Use the search to confirm usability for large option sets.
Benefits of Multi-Selection Dropdowns¶
- ✅ Enhanced UX for end users needing to choose multiple values.
- 🔍 Easy search helps users quickly locate options.
- 🧼 Clean UI with pill-shaped selected values.
- 📊 Ideal for filtering, categorization, and grouping scenarios in business modules.
Use Cases in MerciGlobal Cloud ERP¶
| Module | Use Case |
|---|---|
| Inventory | Select multiple warehouse locations |
| Sales | Tag orders with multiple promotional offers |
| HR | Assign employees to multiple training tracks |
| CRM | Choose multiple industries for lead profiling |
Happy Designing! 🚀