Manju Lekha Singaram
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Editing an external data object
Here’s a detailed list of all the edit options available in external data objects. Rename an external data object To modify the name of an external data object,…
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Configuring an external data object
External data object refers to the Kissflow artifact that enables users to consume data from external platforms through external data connections. Creating an external data object To consume data…
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Setting up an external data connection
An external connection is a pathway between your external platforms and Kissflow, that allows you to create external data objects in your apps. A connection can be reused multiple times within…
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Introduction to external data objects
External data object, one of the flow types in Kissflow, helps users to seamlessly access the data stored in external platforms like MySQL and MSSQL, thereby eliminating the need to store it within…
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Time zones in external data objects
During the column configuration process, you can select your preferred time zone from the provided drop-down list. By default, the timezone is set to UTC.…
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Safelisting IPs for external data connections
Safelisting Kissflow IP addresses in your external platforms is a crucial security measure that designates Kissflow systems as trusted entities. At present,…
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An enhanced form-building experience: Major updates are coming by December!
Following an extensive UX analysis, Kissflow is gearing up for major changes to the form builder for a smoother and more intuitive experience. This revamp,…
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Using remote lookup field to get currency exchange rate
The remote lookup field is a great way to get data from external systems into your form. Using JSON for a currency exchange rate Let’s look at a common use case of getting a current currency…
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Importing data from a CSV file to a dataset
You can import or upload data from a CSV file to your dataset. Click the Import CSV button and then select the CSV file. While importing a CSV file, you need to be aware of the file requirements.…
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Creating and administering a list
You can create a list when you add a dropdown field, a checklist, or a multi-select field to your form. Navigate to your Form editor and choose a field type (i.e. Dropdown, Checklist, etc.…
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AI-suggested fields
AI-suggested fields are form fields generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI), a technology that processes and infers large data through Machine Learning (ML).…
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Removal of field size in Field appearance settings from the Process’ Permissions tab
We're making changes to enhance the visual consistency and overall appearance of forms. By the end of September 2023, you won't have the option to change the field size under the Field appearance…
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Multilingual settings in forms
Multilingual settings allow Kissflow Process admins/developers and Board admins to customize and present their workflow forms in various languages. You can incorporate manually translated form…
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Importing and exporting data from a dataset
The CSV import feature in your dataset will help you transfer data from a CSV file or a spreadsheet with a .csv extension to the Kissflow dataset. Once imported,…
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Date and Date time field
The format of both the Date and Date & Time fields is based on the locale set up by the user. If nothing is set, then the account locale settings will be used.…
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Dataset and views overview
Kissflow plans: ✓ Basic ✓ Enterprise What is a dataset? A dataset is a collection of tabular data you can use in your flows. Forms in your flows can retrieve data from datasets or use it to drive…
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Field events
Field events allow you to create events with your form fields using Kissflow's Low-code SDK reference and minimal JavaScript code. This allows the form fields to trigger event-based actions.…
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Process live forms
You can view a process form when you open a process item. A process form has a common navigation strip at the right end, where you can switch between the Details and Comments tabs.…
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Currency field
The Currency field works like the Number field, but it has a currency symbol before the value. Settings You can configure the number of decimal places that are shown.…
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Field settings
You can select the field in the editor, access its settings by clicking the Gear icon () or modify its settings directly from the Field properties panel.…
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Aggregation field
Aggregation fields pull together data from multiple entries, showing meaningful results such as sum, average, or combined text (concatenate). Aggregation fields can be used to get the table data…
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Field validations
You can validate a field against a certain set of conditions so that the form can only be submitted if the conditions are met. Hover a field in your form editor and click the grey tick icon () to…
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Creating a form
A form is an entity where you can collect input from the people participating in your workflow. Forms are used in processes and boards in Kissflow. A form has three primary components - section,…
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Selecting a data source for dropdown, multi-select dropdown, checkbox, and radio fields
Dropdown, multi-select dropdown, checkbox, and radio fields within a normal process or board form are populated using the following data sources: datasets and lists.…
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Date expressions
Date and datetime expressions are very similar but cannot be mixed. Timezones and format settings for date fields are set at the account or user level.…