Hello! Great question about managing your embedded data table with many fields.
Yes, you have excellent options for handling your 40-field requirement while maintaining a clean user experience!
Modal Dialog Approach (Recommended for Your Use Case):
You can configure your Embedded Data field to display as a “Table (editable in a dialog box)”. With this configuration:
- Your table displays only the 4 key columns you’ve selected, preventing horizontal scrolling
- When users click on a row, a modal dialog opens where they can view and edit all properties
- In the modal, you can define a custom View that displays all 40 fields in an organized layout (including your desired 3-column format)
To set this up:
- In the Display as list, select Table
- In the Add and edit records within list, select Modal
- In the View for add and edit modal field, define which View you want to use for add and edit operations (this is where you can create your 3-column layout with all 40 fields)
Alternative Approaches:
While the context doesn’t explicitly mention displaying rows as cards for embedded data tables, you do have other options:
- Multiple Personalized Views: Create different Views, each with a limited set of columns tailored to specific user needs
- Table Editable in Rows: Configure the table to allow inline editing, though this may be less suitable for 40 fields
Mobile Consideration:
On mobile resolutions, these tables automatically adapt and display as a flat list for better readability, which provides a card-like experience automatically.
The modal approach is ideal for your scenario because it keeps the table clean and focused while providing full access to all fields when needed!