Setting Up Custom Fields
Extend WareSquared with custom data fields tailored to your business.
Creating a Custom Field
- Go to Settings → Custom Fields (or the gear icon on the Products page)
- Click + New Custom Field
- Configure:
| Setting | Options |
|---|---|
| Name | Label shown to users (e.g., "Material Type") |
| Field Type | Text, Number, Select (dropdown), Date, Boolean (yes/no) |
| Options | For Select fields: comma-separated list of choices |
- Click Create
Field Types Explained
| Type | Use For | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Text | Free-form text | "Cotton blend" |
| Number | Numeric values | "320" (temperature) |
| Select | Predefined choices | "Glitter / Matte / Holographic" |
| Date | Date values | "2025-12-31" |
| Boolean | Yes/No toggles | "Requires refrigeration" |
Using Custom Fields
Once created, custom fields appear:
- On product create/edit forms
- As columns in the product list (toggleable)
- In CSV exports
- In product detail views
Examples by Business
HTV Distribution:
- Finish (Select): Glitter, Matte, Holographic, Metallic
- Heat Temp (Number): 320°F
- Press Time (Number): 15 seconds
Med Spa:
- Storage Temp (Select): Room, Refrigerated, Frozen
- Active Ingredient (Text): Hyaluronic Acid
- Concentration (Number): 2%
Clothing:
- Fabric (Text): 100% Cotton
- Care Instructions (Text): Machine wash cold
- Country of Origin (Text): China