Enable the filter of datatable

Function: Enable Datatable Filter

This action allows you to quickly add a filtering capability to a specific data table in your application. Once enabled, users can easily search and narrow down the data displayed in that table, making it easier to find relevant information.

Input

• UI element (Data Table)
  • Description: This is the specific data table component on your page where you want to enable the filtering feature. You will select this directly from your application's user interface.
  • Type: PART (specifically a datatable)
  • Required: Yes

Output

This action does not produce a direct output value. Its effect is to modify the selected data table by adding a filter option.

Execution Flow

Real-Life Examples

Here are some practical ways you can use the "Enable Datatable Filter" action:

1. Customer List Filtering

   • Inputs:
     • UI element (Data Table): Customer_List_Table (a data table displaying all customer information)
   • Result: The Customer_List_Table on your dashboard will now display a search bar or filter options, allowing users to quickly find specific customers by name, ID, or other criteria.

2. Inventory Management

   • Inputs:
     • UI element (Data Table): Product_Inventory_Table (a data table showing current product stock levels)
   • Result: A filter is added to the Product_Inventory_Table, enabling warehouse staff to filter products by category, supplier, or current stock status, making inventory checks more efficient.

3. Project Task Tracking

   • Inputs:
     • UI element (Data Table): Project_Tasks_Table (a data table listing all tasks for a project)
   • Result: The Project_Tasks_Table now includes a filter, allowing project managers to easily sort and view tasks by assignee, due date, or completion status, improving project oversight and task management.