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
Click Add Field at the top of the table.
Select Number Slider from the field type menu.
Customize the field as needed.
From Record View
Open a record in the table.
Click Add Field in the record details panel.
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.