This FAQ focuses on 3 common questions about field type changes, filtering and grouping, and import checks for percentage data, plus a short glossary.
FAQ
Can I change a percentage field to another field type after creating it?
- Right-click the target field and open Field Settings.
- Find the entry related to changing the field type.
- Select the new field type and confirm the change.
- Before changing the type, check whether the existing data is compatible and back up the data if needed.
Can a percentage field be used for filtering and grouping?
- Open the current Bitable data view.
- Select the percentage field in the filtering or grouping settings.
- Set the condition or grouping method based on your needs.
- Review the result to confirm that the data is categorized as expected.
How can I make sure the percentage field type is correct after importing from Excel?
- After importing the Excel data, check the current type of the target field first.
- If the detected type is not what you expect, manually change the field to a percentage field.
- Review the imported display format and data content for consistency.
- If needed, adjust the data format in Excel before importing again.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Percentage Field | A field type in Bitable that displays numeric values as percentages. |
| Field Settings | The settings panel used to adjust field properties, display format, and related options. |
| Number Format | The display rule for numeric values, such as percentage style and precision. |