Can you use a custom form, instead of the default one, inside the card's connected tab?
Yes, you can use a custom form in the card's connected tab. Instead of keeping the default form pulled from the connected table, you can select your own form — like a specific page — to show up there.
Why is customizing this form useful?
The default form automatically pulls in the fields from the connected table, but that field set isn't always ideal for that specific process's context. A custom form lets you show only what makes sense, with color, order, and conditionals adjusted to the use case.
This is especially valuable when the same table is used in different contexts, each requiring a different version of the entry form.
How to configure the custom form
- Open the super form's edit view and go to the card's connected tab.
- Find the option to choose the source of the edit form.
- Instead of the table's default, select a specific page or form you've already built.
- Adjust fields, order, and permissions (such as read-only) as needed.
| Form source | When to use it |
|---|---|
| Table default | Generic use, no customization needed |
| Custom form | Specific process, with its own fields and rules |
Why choose Jestor
- Card's connected tab fully configurable: fields, order, filter, and read permission.
- Reuse of forms already built elsewhere in the system.
- Visual consistency between the custom form and the rest of the app.
FAQ
Can I reorder the fields that show up in the connected tab?
Yes, you can reorder, hide, or set fields as read-only in the same configuration.
Does this change the structure of the original table?
No, the customization only affects the display at that specific point, without changing the table itself.
Do I need to build a brand-new form for this?
Not necessarily; you can reuse a form that already exists elsewhere in the system. Learn more at jestor.com.
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