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Column type
AdvancedLink To Select Column
A Link To Select Column reuses the option list of a select column defined on another table. Instead of maintaining the same list of divisions or categories in five places, define it once and reference it everywhere it is needed.
In one line
Reuse another table's select options so lists stay in sync everywhere.
Where you see this
In the column type picker when adding a column to any table. Types are grouped as Standard, Premium, and Advanced.
Use it for
Where this type fits
Sharing one Division list across Users, Shifts, and reports.
Keeping category or classification lists consistent between tables.
Centralizing option lists an admin updates in one place.
Examples
Real columns built with this type
Division
ShiftsReads the Division options defined on Users.
Document type
CustomReuses the type list from the Documents table.
Good to know
When an option list changes often, one linked source beats hunting down every copy.
If each option needs its own fields or records, promote it to a collection and use Link To Object instead.