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Create "Custom Fields" for punch list items, such as Priority

Custom fields - add any kind of data


Custom fields allow you to add extra data fields to tasks in your project. These fields function like standard fields and can be customized per project. You can define multiple types of custom fields to suit your needs.


Only users with the Project Admin role can enable and manage custom fields.


Custom fields are only available if the plugin is enabled for your company. Contact CxPlanner support to activate the Custom Fields plugin.



When and why to use this


Use custom fields when you need to store additional, project-specific information on tasks that isn't covered by the standard fields.


  • Add extra metadata to tasks (e.g., priority level, department, classification).
  • Displayed directly on tasks alongside standard fields.
  • Configured on a per-project basis by project admins.
  • Custom fields can be used for filtering and sorting in overviews.


Guide: How to enable custom fields:


  1. Go to Project settings.
  2. Select Task options.
  3. Scroll down to the Custom fields section.
  4. Enable the custom fields you want to use.





Different kind of custom fields


You can add the following 4 different types of custom fields:


Field Type

Description

Text

Free text input

Number

Only numeric input

Checkbox

Simple true/false toggle

Dropdown

Select from predefined options


Once enabled, the custom fields will be available on all tasks in the project. They appear in task details and can be edited just like default fields.


Custom field examples - Priority list:


Field in overview


Edit field in task



Troubleshooting


Problem

Cause

Solution

Can't see custom fields in tasks

Plugin not enabled

Contact CxPlanner support

Custom fields section is missing

Project settings not updated

Go to Task options in settings

Field not visible in all tasks

Only shown in relevant project

Make sure it's enabled in that project



Quick facts


  • Requires: Project Admin or higher
  • Location: Project Settings → Task Options → Custom Fields
  • Affects: Task details, task overview, filters, PDF exports)



Updated on: 07/25/2025

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