16.7.1 About Lists of Values
A list of values is a static or dynamic definition used to display a specific type of page item.
A list of values can be static or dynamic. A static list of values is based on values the developer enters. A dynamic list of values is based on a local data source, REST Enabled SQL reference, or REST Data Source. A list of values can be referenced by page items such popup lists of values, a select list, a checkbox, a radio group, or multiple select lists.
Advantages of creating a list of values as a shared component include:
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A list of values created as a shared component can be added to any page within an application.
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All list of values definitions are stored in one location, making them easy to locate and update.
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You can define lists of values on different data sources and make use of new functionality only included in Shared LOVs, for example multi-column support, icon and grouping columns.
Creating and using a named list of values at the application level, involves two steps:
- Navigate to Shared Components and run the Create List of Values Wizard and add it to the List of Values repository.
- In Page Designer, configure the page item attributes to display the item using the named list of values.
Parent topic: Creating Lists of Values at the Application-Level