Overview
Filla supports both Airtable select field types:
The options shown in the form are pulled directly from your Airtable field. You manage the option list in Airtable, not in Filla.
Single select settings
Universal settings that also apply: Label, description, required, read-only, show/hide rules, conditional read-only, reject duplicates, custom validation rules.
Multiple selects settings
Universal settings that also apply: Label, description, required, read-only, show/hide rules, conditional read-only, custom validation rules.
Choosing a display style
- Dropdown vs Radio
- Dropdown vs Checkboxes
Use a dropdown when:
- You have more than 5-6 options
- Space is limited
- Respondents are familiar with dropdowns
- You have 2-5 options
- You want all choices visible without interaction
- Comparing options is important to the decision
The “Other” option
When Allow “Other” option is enabled, a custom text entry appears at the bottom of the option list. The respondent selects “Other” and types their own value. That custom value is saved to Airtable alongside the standard options.The custom value from “Other” is stored as a new option in the select field. Airtable will show it as a new option color in your table. Manage your option list in Airtable to keep it clean.
Randomizing options
Enable Randomize option order to shuffle the order each time the form loads. This is useful for surveys where you want to reduce order bias, since the first option in a list tends to get more selections.Styling
Select fields respect your form’s accent color. When you set a custom accent color in the form theme:- Radio card and checkbox card borders highlight with the accent color when selected
- Dropdown selected items use a tinted accent background
- Multi-select badges (in dropdown mode) use the accent color when options don’t have Airtable colors assigned
- Radio and checkbox indicators (the dot or checkmark) use the accent color
Common questions
How do I add or remove options?
How do I add or remove options?
Options are managed in Airtable. Open your base, click the field, and edit the option list. Filla reads the options automatically. Click the refresh icon in the field palette to sync the latest options.
Can I use conditional logic based on a select field?
Can I use conditional logic based on a select field?
Yes. Select fields are one of the most common targets for conditional logic. Use them in show/hide rules with operators like “has any of”, “has all of”, or “has none of”. See Display conditions.
What happens if the maximum selections limit is reached?
What happens if the maximum selections limit is reached?
Once a respondent selects the maximum number of options, remaining checkboxes or dropdown items are disabled. An error message appears if they try to select more.