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Custom Fields: Add Extra Fields to Fit Your Needs

ClearCRM lets you create custom fields on existing forms so you can capture the exact data your business needs

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Written by Elvin Khudiyev
Updated over a week ago

Where to Find It

Navigate to:

Setup → Custom Fields

Here, you’ll see a list of all existing custom fields, including details like:

  • Which section the field belongs to (e.g., Leads, Deals)

  • Field type (input, dropdown, checkbox, etc.)

  • Visibility settings

  • Who created the field


Creating a New Custom Field

Click the blue “+” button or “Add New” to open the field creation form.

Here’s how to configure it:

Field

Description

Field Belongs to

Choose (e.g., Leads, Customers) where this field should appear.

Field Name

Enter a label for your field (what users will see).

Type

Select the input type (text box, dropdown, checkbox, etc.).

Default Value (optional)

Set a pre-filled value if needed.

Order

Determines display position (lower numbers show first).

Grid (Bootstrap Column eq.)

Controls field width on the form. Max is 12 (full width).

Disabled

Check to disable the field without deleting it.

Restrict visibility for administrators only

Makes this field visible only to admins.

Required

Enforces data entry in this field.

Show on table

Makes this field visible in list views.

Once you’re done, click Save to apply changes.


Tips

  • You can create different field types like dropdowns, dates, checkboxes, or plain text input — whatever fits your workflow.

  • Use “Show on table” if you want the data to be quickly visible in list views.

  • If a field becomes outdated, use the “Disabled” option instead of deleting it, to preserve historical data.


Example Use Cases

  • Add a “Source” field to leads to track where they came from.

  • Use a “Client Tier” dropdown in the Customers.

  • Add internal-only notes with admin-only visibility.

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