Single Option Select

Learn about Single Option Select fields in Noloco tables

Single Option Select fields permit selection from a predefined list of options and are useful when assigning categories or status values. A typical value could be 'In Progress'. These fields can be displayed as dropdown or radio buttons, and the list of options is fully customizable to match your needs, offering flexibility in options, option order, and the color of each individual option.

You can bulk-add options by pasting in a list of your options.

Display Options

• Dropdown Shows options in a dropdown menu (default)

• Radio Buttons Shows all options as radio button selections

• Colored Options Like the default dropdown, but options appear as colored badges

Configuration Options

• Custom Options Add, remove, and reorder options to match your workflow

• Option Colors Assign colors to each option for visual distinction

• Default Value Set which option is selected by default for new records

Use Cases

Single Option Select fields are ideal for:

• Project status (Active, Completed, On Hold)

• Priority levels (High, Medium, Low)

• Categories and types

• Workflow stages

• Approval states

• Geographic regions or locations

Best Practices

• Keep option names short and clear

• Use colors strategically (e.g., red for urgent, green for complete)

• Order options logically (by priority, chronologically, or alphabetically)

• Consider how the field will appear in different views and reports

• Use radio buttons when you have 2-4 options that users should see all at once