Standard column type
Multi Select
A Multi Select column stores several values from a defined list on one record. Use it when a record legitimately has many of something (skills, tags, eligible divisions ) and you do not need to attach extra data to each value.
Illustrative example
Multiple values from a defined list: skills, tags, and eligibilities.
- 01
Table
Shifts
- 02
Field
Accepted tiers
- 03
Purpose
Which employee tiers may claim the shift.
A suggested way to organize your information. This diagram is not a product screen.
When to use this type
- 1Skills, languages, and endorsements on a worker.
- 2Tags that cut across categories.
- 3Eligibility lists such as accepted tiers on a shift.
Column ideas for your team
Shifts
Accepted tiers
Which employee tiers may claim the shift.
Users
Languages
Filter workers by language for client requests.
Good to know
- 1If each value needs its own fields (dates, status, files), use a linked collection instead of a multi select.
- 2Multi selects filter with contains logic; good for eligibility checks in policies.