Product Fields Configuration
DreamzFSM allows administrators to configure how fields behave in the product form and control which columns are visible on the product listing page. Using the System Configuration settings, you can set each field as Required, Optional, or Hidden — tailoring the product creation experience to match your organisation's workflow and only showing the information that is relevant to your team.
- Set product form fields as Required, Optional, or Hidden
- Configure group, identity, and file sections independently
- Control which columns appear on the product listing page
- Adjust the order of columns on the listing page
Overview
Product field configuration is managed through the System Configuration page, accessible directly from the product form. The Product Configuration tab allows you to define field behaviour for different sections of the product form, while the Product Column Configuration section lets you control the visibility and ordering of columns on the product listing page. Changes take effect immediately after saving.
Video Tutorial
How to Configure Product Fields
Step 1 – Navigate to Products
From the main menu, click Assets, then select Products. The Product Listing page will open.
Step 2 – Open Configure Fields
Click New Product to open the product form, then click the three dots and select Configure Fields. This will take you to the System Configuration page.
Step 3 – Navigate to the Product Configuration Tab
On the System Configuration page, select the Product Configuration tab to access the field settings for the product form.
Step 4 – Configure Field Behaviour
For each field in the product form, you can set one of three behaviours:
- Required – The field must be filled in before the product can be saved
- Optional – The field is visible but does not need to be completed
- Hidden – The field will not be visible in the product form at all
Step 5 – Configure Sections
You can configure field behaviour for each section of the product form independently, including:
- Group Configuration – Fields related to asset grouping and classification
- Identity Configuration – Fields such as HSN code, barcode, supplier, and model
- File Configuration – Settings for the files and image upload section
Step 6 – Configure Product Listing Columns
In the Product Column Configuration section, you can control which columns are visible on the product listing page and in what order they appear. Adjust the sequence by increasing or decreasing the order values — the listing page will update to reflect the new column arrangement.
Step 7 – Save the Configuration
Once all changes have been made, click Save. The updated configuration will be applied immediately to the product form and the product listing page.
Tips for Configuring Product Fields
- Mark only the fields your team consistently uses as Required — too many required fields can slow down product creation unnecessarily.
- Use the Hidden option to remove fields that are not relevant to your organisation, keeping the product form clean and focused.
- Review the Product Column Configuration to ensure the most important fields (such as product name, category, and code) appear as the first visible columns on the listing page.
- Revisit the configuration periodically as your organisation's needs evolve — you can adjust field settings and column order at any time.
- Coordinate with your team before hiding fields — some fields that appear unused may still be needed for reporting or integration purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I access the product field configuration?
You can access it from the New Product form by clicking the three dots and selecting Configure Fields. This opens the System Configuration page where you can manage all product field settings.
What happens if a field is set to Hidden?
Hidden fields will not appear in the product form. Any data previously entered in those fields is retained in the system but will not be visible until the field is set back to Optional or Required.
Can I change field configurations after products have already been created?
Yes. You can update field configurations at any time. Changes will apply to the product form going forward and will not affect data already saved for existing products.
Can I control which columns appear on the product listing page?
Yes. The Product Column Configuration section allows you to toggle column visibility and adjust the display order to suit your team's needs.
Who can access the System Configuration settings?
System Configuration is typically restricted to administrators. Check with your system administrator if you do not have access to these settings.
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