Collection Options
Configure general settings for your collection in the Options tab.
General Settings
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Display name shown in the UI |
| DB Table Name | Actual database table name |
| Description | Optional documentation for the collection |
| Label Field | Field to display when referencing this collection |
| Collection Icon | Visual icon in the sidebar |
| Column Length | Layout columns (1-4) for forms |
| Is Auth Collection | Enable for user authentication collections |
| Status | Enable/disable in generated code |
Label Field
The label field determines what's shown when this collection is referenced elsewhere. For example, if a "Customer" collection has name as the label field, dropdowns and references will show customer names.
Collection Icon
Choose from available icons to help identify your collection in the sidebar. Good for quick visual navigation.
Column Length
Controls the form layout when editing records:
- 1 Column - Full width fields
- 2 Columns - Side-by-side layout
- 3/4 Columns - Compact layout for many fields
Auth Collection
When enabled, additional configuration appears for user authentication. See Auth Collections for details.
Related
- Creating Collections — Step-by-step creation guide
- Fields — Manage collection fields
- Indexer — Optimize query performance
- ERD View — Visualize your schema