Accept Multiple Options in FIX_DDL Dropdowns
🌟 Objective
Enable multiple option selection in FIX_DDL dropdown fields using the MerciGlobal Cloud ERP Web Designer tool.
🔧 How to Enable Multi-Selection in FIX_DDL
Follow these steps to allow multiple selections in a FIX_DDL dropdown:
1. Insert Code in the DEFAULT Field
Add the following directive to the DEFAULT field of your dropdown configuration in Merci Web Designer:
:MULTISELECTION
📜 Note: Selected options will appear as pill-shaped tags, and the dropdown will support a convenient search functionality.
2. Set Appropriate Field Width
Ensure the dropdown field is wide enough to display all selected options:
- Recommended Width:
1024
This improves readability and ensures a smooth user experience.
3. Preview & Test the Form
After saving your configuration:
- Run the form to verify dropdown behavior
- Check that multiple selections are rendered as pills
- Use the search feature to test responsiveness with long lists
🌟 Benefits of Multi-Selection Dropdowns
- ✅ Improves user experience for multi-choice scenarios
- 🔍 Built-in search speeds up option selection
- 🧼 Pill-style tags offer a clean and intuitive interface
- 📊 Useful for filtering, grouping, and categorization tasks
📄 Use Cases in MerciGlobal Cloud ERP
| Module | Use Case |
|---|---|
| Inventory | Select multiple warehouse locations |
| Sales | Tag orders with several promotional offers |
| HR | Assign employees to various training programs |
| CRM | Tag leads with multiple industry categories |
Happy Designing with MerciGlobal Cloud ERP! 🚀