Custom Field Types in Payload CMS

Payload CMS allows the creation of custom field types to meet specific project requirements beyond the built-in options.

Creating a Custom Field Type

A custom field can be created by defining a new field type in the collection schema:

const CustomField = {
  name: 'customText',
  type: 'text',
  admin: {
    placeholder: 'Enter custom text',
  },
};


const Pages = {
  slug: 'pages',
  fields: [CustomField],
};

Why Use Custom Fields?

• Flexibility: Create fields tailored to project needs.
• Better UI Control: Customize admin panel fields for a better content management experience.
• Enhanced Data Structure: Store data in an optimized way.

Conclusion

Custom field types enhance Payload CMS by allowing greater flexibility and better control over content structures.