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New To NetSuite | Custom Field Types: List/Record vs. Multi Select
In NetSuite, List/Record and Multiple Select fields both allow users to choose from predefined values, but they serve different purposes. A List/Record field allows selection of only one value from a related record type, such as a customer, employee, or custom list. It’s best for single-value lookups like assigning a sales rep or department.
In contrast, a Multiple Select field lets users pick several values from a list. It’s useful for tagging records with multiple items, such as assigning multiple categories or departments. However, it’s slightly more complex to use in searches and scripts, as it stores values in a list format.
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