Add a Pattern to a Field

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This article will show you how to add a pattern to a field.

Important Notes

  • “One-off” patterns can apply to fields; this is if you just type into the field of a schema instead of selecting one of the suggestions. These fields do not have a “name” and will show as Advanced

  • Pattern formatting uses RegEx (Regular Expression)

Who can use this feature?

Owner | Developer | Publisher | Author (submit for review)

Instructions

  1. Select the Content Types tab and choose a Content Type option: Content Type tab in left navigation.

  2. Click the Settings icon next to the field you would like to add a pattern to and select the Validation tab: Validation Tab of the Content Type Settings.

  3. Click inside the Pattern field box and a dropdown menu will appear: RegEx Pattern field.

    Note: Not all fields will have the Pattern option.

  4. Select the Pattern you would like to add or create a new RegEx pattern: Suggested patterns dropdown list.

  5. Add a Pattern Message: pattern message field.

  6. Click the Save button: save pattern.