Switch Button

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

Capabilities

• Store a true/false (on/off) value per record using a toggle control
• Set a default state, checked or unchecked, applied to new records automatically
• Mark the field as required to enforce interaction before saving
• Add a tooltip to guide users on how the field should be used

Configuration

Name: Enter a label for the field that will appear in the table and on records.

Default value: Choose whether new records start with the switch Checked or Unchecked.

Tooltip: Enable to add a helper text that appears when a user hovers over the field, useful for guiding how the field should be filled.

Required field: Enable to make interacting with the switch mandatory before saving a record.

Use Cases and Examples

Feature activation: In a products or services table, use a switch to indicate whether a feature is active or inactive for a given item.

Mobile-friendly approvals: Use the switch as an easy-to-tap toggle for approving or rejecting records when accessing Jestor on a mobile device.

User permissions or access control: Track whether a user or entity has a certain permission enabled or disabled using a clear on/off toggle.

Keep in Mind

• The Switch field is functionally identical to the Checkbox field: the difference is purely visual. Both store a binary value.
• Marking the field as required does not force the switch to be in the on state. It only requires the user to have interacted with it before saving.
• The default value applies only to new records created after the field is configured. Existing records are not affected.

FAQ

1- What is the difference between Switch and Checkbox?

They store the same type of value, on/off or checked/unchecked. The Switch is displayed as a toggle, which is more intuitive on mobile devices. Choose based on the visual style that fits your interface best.

2- Can I use the Switch field in filters and automations?

Yes. You can filter records by the switch state and use it as a trigger condition or update target in automations.

3- Does the default value apply to existing records?

No. The default value only applies to new records created after the field is configured. Existing records remain unchanged.