When using Checkbox, users often ask about 3 topics: batch updates, filtering, and field differences. This FAQ includes 3 common answers.
FAQ
Can I check multiple records at once in WPS Checkbox on iOS?
- Open the target multidimensional table on iOS.
- Go to the checkbox field that you want to update.
- Tap each target record one by one to check it.
- For multiple records, the current mobile workflow does not provide batch checking, so update them one at a time.
Can a checkbox field be used for filtering?
- Open the multidimensional table that contains the checkbox field.
- Open the filtering settings.
- Select the checkbox field as the filter condition.
- Filter records by checked or unchecked status to find the items you need.
What is the difference between a checkbox and a single-select field?
- First confirm whether your scenario only needs two states.
- If you only need results such as done or not done, or enabled or disabled, use a checkbox.
- If you need to choose one result from multiple preset options, use a single-select field.
- Choose the field type based on the data you want to record.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Checkbox | A two-state field that switches between checked and unchecked. |
| Field type | The data type setting for a column in a multidimensional table, such as Checkbox or Single Select. |
| Multidimensional table | A structured table format used to record and manage data by fields. |