--- title: "Custom Fields: Add Extra Fields to Fit Your Needs" description: "ClearCRM lets you create custom fields on existing forms so you can capture the exact data your business needs" url: https://help.clearcrm.com/en/articles/11384809-custom-fields-add-extra-fields-to-fit-your-needs collection: "Custom Fields" updated: 2026-07-08 language: en --- # 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 ## 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 - If a field becomes outdated, use the _“Disabled”_ option instead of deleting it, to preserve historical data.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.