Custom fields for units and sources

Add, edit, and manage custom fields with auto-generated API keys, display order, and required settings so the right fields appear in the right forms.

How custom fields for units and sources works

5 Step Guide

STEP 01

Go to Custom Fields section under Administration

Navigate to Custom Fields under Administration from the menu.
Here, you can manage all your custom fields for both inventory and consigner.

STEP 02

Add a new custom field

Click on the Add Field button to create a new custom field.
A popup will appear where you can configure all the required details.

Enter Field Name
Field Key will be auto-generated (lowercase with underscores, used in APIs), and can also be edited as per your requirement
Select Data Type (text, number, date, etc.)
Set a Default Value (optional)
Define Display Order (position of the field)
Check the checkbox to make this field required

Once configured, click on the Add Field button to save.

STEP 03

Manage custom fields

After creating custom fields, you can easily:

Edit existing fields
Delete fields that are no longer needed

This allows you to keep your data structure flexible and up to date.

STEP 04

Use custom fields in forms

Once a custom field is added (e.g., for inventory), it will automatically appear in the relevant forms.

For example:
When adding a new inventory item, the newly created custom field will be visible in the Add Inventory form.

STEP 05

Customize your data structure

Custom fields allow you to tailor the system according to your business needs.
You can create different fields for inventory and consigner, ensuring all necessary information is captured efficiently.

Common questions

Questions about this feature

Clear answers on how this feature integrates into your daily liquidation workflow.

Can I add fields for consigners and items?

Yes. Inventory and consigner each have their own field list. Add a field to the list that needs it, and it appears on that form.

Do custom fields show on existing forms?

Yes. Once you save a field, it appears on the matching form. A new inventory field shows when you add an item. Required fields must be filled before save.

How are API keys generated for custom fields?

LiquidationRoute auto-generates normalized snake_case keys for API and integration use, which you can also customize if integrating with external ERPs.