Multi-Select or multiple checkboxes as fieldtypes

[Torsten Baldes]

Is there any possibility to use a multi-select or multiple checkboxes as fieldtype without using pages?

I want to build some kind of configuration for the editor, where he can select certain options, which will then used in the template to output special content.

Right now i have to "rape" pages with just a title, which clutter my sitetree, for this.

Thanks!

[gerald]

Hi tobaco,

try this one: http://modules.processwire.com/modules/fieldtype-select/

[Torsten Baldes]

@gerald

that's i'm also using right now. but it would be nice to have the possibility to select multiple values within one select.

[renobird]

tobaco,

Page fields are ideal for this. Keep in mind that "pages" are not just meant to be pages on your site. I often create a hidden "config" page and then nest all kinds of things beneath that.

[adrian]

We all go through this. "Pages" really are the best way to set up select field types. Here is some reading to convince you:

https://processwire.com/talk/topic/2296-confused-by-pages/

https://processwire.com/talk/topic/5899-select-how-to/?p=57652

https://processwire.com/talk/topic/2297-creating-a-simple-select-please-check-for-accuracy/?p=21428

http://wiki.processwire.com/index.php/Select_Field

I actually think I am missing the most important post - maybe someone else will find it and contribute.

And, if you finding creation of these too laborious, try out this module:

http://modules.processwire.com/modules/process-page-field-select-creator/

[Torsten Baldes]

Ah, ok. Thanks for the explanation.

The pages-approach seemed to me like a nasty workaround, but when this is the way to go, i'll do it.

Also thanks for the module. I stumbled over it some time ago, but didn't saw it's potential.