Change Custom Field from Number to Single Line

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Problem: I have a custom field that was previously a Number, and is now a Single Line. However, when I try to use text in the field it still validates for numeric content. I cannot use text.

Solution:
You may have to make a change to update the field validation.
- Toggle the "Required" checkbox for this field, then save the field group
- Toggle the "Required" checkbox again, then save the field group again

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Last updated by garyF-3 6 years, 11 months ago.

Assisted by: Christian Cox.

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January 18, 2018 at 11:43 am #607525

garyF-3

I am trying to: enable text and numbers to be input in a Custom Field

Initially a custom field was set as being a number. This was for VAT/TAX purposes, however, we work with clients across several countries and some need text and number.

I changed the field in the Custom Field group to number.

I expected to see:
That the field accepts numbers and text. However, it comes up saying that it requires a number still.

January 18, 2018 at 7:08 pm #607751

Christian Cox

Try this:
- Check the "Required" checkbox for this field, then save the field group
- Uncheck the "Required" checkbox, then save the field group again
- Test the field in the post editor
Let me know if this does not resolve the issue for you.

January 19, 2018 at 12:08 pm #607938

garyF-3

Worked - thank you so much