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Number Slider Field

Turn numbers visual with a numerical slider

Emma Montgomery avatar
Written by Emma Montgomery
Updated over 2 weeks ago

The Number Slider Field in SmartSuite provides a visual and interactive way to select numerical values within a defined range. It’s ideal for tracking progress, scoring metrics, or visually representing data in a table.

Plan Availability

All plan types

Permissions

Editable by Solution Managers and administrators.

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Key Features

  • Visual Interaction: Allows users to select a value using a slider control.

  • Customizable Range: Set minimum and maximum values, as well as increments for precise selection.

  • Display Options: Adjust size and color to match your table's design and requirements.


Adding a Number Slider Field

From Grid View

  1. Click Add Field at the top of the table.

  2. Select Number Slider from the field type menu.

  3. Customize the field as needed.

From Record View

  1. Open a record in the table.

  2. Click Add Field in the record details panel.

  3. Select Number Slider from the field type menu and configure it.


Customizing the Number Slider Field

Display Size

Solution Managers can choose from three display sizes:

  • Small: Compact for minimal space usage.

  • Medium: Balanced for standard tables.

  • Large: Prominent for greater visibility.

Color Customization

  • Purpose: Match the slider’s appearance with the table’s design or improve visibility.

  • How-To: Select a color from the customization menu.

Range and Increments

  • Minimum and Maximum Values: Define the range within which users can select values.

  • Increment: Specify the step size for slider movement (e.g., 1, 5, 10).

Required Entry

  • Optional: Decide if users must make an entry in the Number Slider Field.


Example of Use: Product Management Solution

Scenario: Tracking metrics for a product feature's score.

  • Metric: "Reach" measures the extent of a feature's impact.

  • How to Use:

    • Add a Number Slider Field to track the "Reach" metric.

    • Set the range, increment, and display size to suit your needs.

    • Visually monitor and update the value as the feature progresses.

This approach provides valuable insights into overall feature scores and makes tracking progress intuitive.

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