Which Field to Choose as the Label on a Linked Table to Make Identifying Records Easier
In Jestor, the field used as a linked table's label defines what shows up when you select that record from another table — and the ideal choice is a field with unique, recognizable information, like a name, instead of a generic identifier.
Why isn't the default field always the ideal label?
By default, the label tends to be the title field, which may contain a hard-to-read number or code. When that table is connected to another, selecting a record by that label makes it hard to know what it actually is.
How to choose a good label field?
| Field used as label | Ease of identification |
|---|---|
| Title / numeric code | Low — hard to tell which record it refers to |
| Record name | High — immediate identification when selecting |
How to set another field as the table's label?
- Open the table that will be linked to others.
- Click the desired field, like "name."
- Select the "set as label" option.
- Refresh the page so the change reflects in existing connections.
Why choose Jestor for connections between tables?
Jestor lets you freely choose which field represents a record in any connection, keeping teams from wasting time figuring out which item they're selecting amid hard-to-read codes.
Can the label on a linked table be any field?
Yes, any field on the table can be chosen as the label, not just the title field.
Do I need to refresh the page after changing the label?
Yes, reloading the page ensures the change is reflected correctly.
Does changing the label affect already-registered data?
No, changing the label only changes how the record is displayed in connections, without altering the stored data.
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