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Technical Properties

The Technical Properties tab contains internal settings used by the system to identify and reference a component. This tab is important when setting up conditions, calculated values, and workflow variables.

Field Key​

The Field Key is the unique identifier for the component within the form. It is used:

  • In conditional logic to reference this component
  • In calculated value expressions via data.fieldKey
  • In workflow variables and transforms
  • In form submission data exports

By default, the field key is auto-generated from the component label. If the field has a specific meaning, rename it to something short and meaningful — do not leave it as the auto-generated default.

caution

Set the field key before using the form in a live workflow. Changing it after submissions exist will break any conditions, calculated values, or workflow variables that reference the old key.

Naming Conventions​

Use lowercase letters, numbers, and underscores. Avoid spaces and special characters.

Examples:

  • applicant_name
  • department_code
  • total_amount
  • start_date