Address

For instructions on how to access field types or how to add one, see Field Types.

Capabilities

• Search and select addresses with Google Maps autocomplete
• Store geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) alongside the address text
• Generate a map link for each saved address
• Avoid duplicate or imprecise entries by selecting from standardized suggestions
• Plot saved locations on map visualizations within your app
• Mark the field as required to make it mandatory on record creation
• Add a tooltip to guide users on how to fill in the field

How to create an Address field

Step 1 — In table mode, click the "+" icon at the end of the table headers.

Step 2 — Select Address from the list of field types.

Step 3 — Set the field name and, if needed, toggle Required field to make it mandatory.

Step 4 — Click Create.

Use cases and examples

• Clients table — Store each client's address with coordinates to display their locations on an interactive map inside your app.
• Deliveries table — Record delivery destinations with precise coordinates to support route planning and logistics workflows.
• Properties table — Keep property addresses standardized and linkable to Google Maps for easy access and visualization.

Keep in mind

• The field does not accept free-form text without selecting from the Google Maps suggestions — an address must be confirmed through the autocomplete dropdown.
• It does not calculate distances or routes between addresses.
• It does not automatically update if an address changes in Google Maps after it has been saved.
• The map link opens Google Maps in the browser — it does not embed an interactive map directly in the field itself.

FAQ

1- Can I type an address manually without using the Google Maps suggestions?

No. The field requires selecting an address from the Google Maps autocomplete dropdown to ensure the coordinates are captured correctly.

2- Does the field store the coordinates automatically?

Yes. When you select an address from the suggestions, the field saves both the formatted address text and its geographic coordinates.

3- Can I use the Address field to show locations on a map inside my app?

Yes. The stored coordinates can be used to plot records on map visualizations available within Jestor apps.

4- Can I make the Address field required?

Yes. When creating or editing the field, toggle the Required field option so users must fill it in before saving a record.

5- What happens if a specific address is not found in the Google Maps suggestions?

If the exact address does not appear in the suggestions, you can try entering a nearby reference point or a more general location. The field cannot save an address that was not selected from the autocomplete results.