Hiding a Sublist Using Inline HTML Method

In NetSuite, hiding specific elements on a form can be achieved by injecting custom HTML or JavaScript into the page. The provided code demonstrates how to hide a sublist (in this case, a subtab) on a NetSuite form using the INLINEHTML field type.

Here is a breakdown of how the code works:

1. Creating an INLINEHTML Field

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let newFieldview26 = form.addField({
    id: 'custpage_activity',
    type: 'INLINEHTML',
    label: 'Activity 1'
});

This section of the code creates a custom field of type INLINEHTML on the form. The addField method is used to add a new field with the following parameters:

• id: 'custpage_activity': This is the unique ID for the field.
• type: 'INLINEHTML': Specifies the type of field, which in this case is INLINEHTML. This type allows the insertion of custom HTML, CSS, or JavaScript.
• label: 'Activity 1': This is the label for the field, which will be displayed on the form.

2. Hiding the Sublist Elements Using HTML and CSS

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let html26 = "<script></script><style>a#recmachcustevent_jj_st_activities_idtxt {display: none;} td#recmachcustevent_jj_st_activities_idlnk {display: none;} </style>";
newFieldview26.defaultValue = html26;

• Inline HTML and CSS: The html26 variable holds a string that contains HTML and CSS. Although there is a <script></script> tag, it is empty in this case, but it could be used to include JavaScript if needed. The primary focus is the <style> tag, which is used to apply CSS for hiding elements on the page.
• The CSS targets specific elements using their ID attributes:
• a#recmachcustevent_jj_st_activities_idtxt: This targets an anchor (<a>) element that is part of the subtab or sublist. The CSS rule display: none; hides this element by making it invisible on the page.
• td#recmachcustevent_jj_st_activities_idlnk: This targets a table cell (<td>) element related to the sublist. Again, display: none; ensures this element is hidden.
• The use of specific IDs (recmachcustevent_jj_st_activities_idtxt and recmachcustevent_jj_st_activities_idlnk) indicates that the developer has inspected the HTML structure of the page and identified the unique elements they want to hide.
• Assigning the Inline HTML to the Field: The defaultValue property of the INLINEHTML field is used to insert the HTML and CSS into the page. In this case, it assigns the string stored in html26 to the custom field newFieldview26, effectively injecting the CSS into the form.

Purpose of the Code

The goal of this code is to hide specific elements related to a sublist (or subtab) on a NetSuite form. By using the INLINEHTML field, the code injects custom CSS that hides the anchor link and table cell, effectively removing the sublist or its elements from the user interface.

Use Case

This method is useful when:

• You need to control the visibility of specific sublists or subtabs dynamically based on conditions.
• You want to customize the form layout without modifying the core scripts.
• Hiding certain features or sections is necessary to streamline the user experience or restrict access to data.

Limitations

• Hardcoding of Element IDs: The CSS selectors are based on specific IDs, which means that if the NetSuite form layout or the IDs of these elements change, the code might break or stop working as expected. Therefore, it’s important to verify the IDs when applying this method.
• Readability: Inline HTML and CSS in script files may reduce readability and maintainability, especially if it becomes more complex. It’s essential to document such changes clearly.