Date Field Type
Date Field Type
Date fields provide a calendar picker for selecting dates, ensuring consistent date formatting across orders.
Configuration Options
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Label | Name shown to users (e.g., "Closing Date") |
| Placeholder | Helper text (e.g., "Select date") |
| Default Value | Pre-selected date |
| Required | Whether field must be filled |
| Help Text | Additional guidance |
Using the Date Picker
- Click in the date field
- A calendar popup appears
- Navigate months using arrows
- Click a date to select it
- Date appears in the field
Date Format
- Display format: Based on your agency/region settings
- Stored format: ISO 8601 (YYYY-MM-DD)
- Consistent: All dates stored the same way
Validation
Date fields validate:
- Required fields: Cannot be empty
- Format: Must be a valid date
- Range: No past/future restrictions (all dates allowed)
Best Practices
When to Use Date Fields
| Data | Use Date Field? |
|---|---|
| Closing dates | Yes |
| Appointments | Yes |
| Deadlines | Yes |
| Expiration dates | Yes |
| Times | No (date only, no time component) |
| Date ranges | No (use two separate fields) |
Label Naming
- Be specific: "Closing Date" not just "Date"
- Include context: "Document Expiration" not "Expiration"
- Avoid redundancy: Don't use "Date" in label if obvious
Common Examples
| Label | Use Case |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | Scheduled real estate closing |
| Document Expiration | When documents expire |
| Appointment Time | Scheduled signing appointment |
| Contract Deadline | Response or action deadline |
| Notary Commission Expiry | Commission expiration date |