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Dynamically Show or Hide SuiteCRM Fields

Enhance user experience in SuiteCRM by dynamically showing or hiding fields based on specific conditions. This functionality allows administrators to control field visibility based on user input, module data, or workflow rules. By implementing dynamic field behavior, users see only the relevant fields they need, reducing clutter and improving efficiency. This can be achieved through SuiteCRM’s Dynamic Panels module, custom logic hooks, or third-party extensions. Whether streamlining data entry or enforcing business rules, dynamic field visibility ensures a more intuitive and efficient CRM experience.

Organized Folders

You need to access the /custom/modules/**Module_name**/metadata folder.

  • The js folder is created manually and will store the .js code. All folder and file names are customizable and can be chosen as needed.
  • The path to the JavaScript file must be specified in the editviewdefs.php file as shown below:

Functionality Overview

Based on the selection in a drop-down field within the view of a previously created module (in this example, a drop-down with Yes and No options).
The selected field will either be displayed or hidden.

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