What are the custom fields and how do I use them?

The custom fields are available for your ministry to track information that is not recorded anywhere else in Honor Roll. Each ministry has its own data requirements; so this offers you the flexibility to record the information you want. There are 3 data types. There are text fields, date fields and check boxes. Text fields allow free format text up to 25 characters. The date fields allow the entry of dates. The check boxes are for YES/NO, TRUE/FALSE types of information. Some common examples of custom data are: 1st contact date, interested in volunteering, occupation, etc.

To utilize a custom field, you’ll need to tell Honor Roll the label for the fields you want to use. Select File>Constants from the main menu. Enter the labels for the custom fields. Those field names will now be used on the custom tab in the people screen.