How to use the autocomplete with multiple values on an issue
Follow the steps below:
- Before using the database custom field of type autocomplete with multiple values, please make sure the type of the custom field is Autocomplete and that the Multiple Values flag is checked in the Kepler Administration Page, as shown below:
- The database custom field dbi2 will now act as a standard JIRA autocomplete field (eg. versions/components) in the create/edit/transition screen of an issue, allowing you to select multiple values:
- When typing a letter into the input all matching values are displayed into a drop-down from which you can select the desired value:
- When entering an invalid option and leaving the field, a warning message appears:
- You can alternatively view all remaining available options by using the drop-down button from the right of the field:
- You can remove a value from the field by clicking on the x icon for that particular value.
- After saving the issue, the multiple values selected for the custom field are displayed in the view issue screen, separated by comma:
The multiple values autocomplete fields can be used as parameters in dynamic queries, the value considered being that showed on the view issue screen.
They also support dynamic parameters in their queries, the available options for selection being updated when the parameter's value changes.