Managing Listing Settings

Administrators can configure comprehensive listing settings that define the structure, presentation, and functionality of marketplace listings through advanced field management, layout design, and content organization systems. Listing settings encompass custom field creation, overview field selection, and details layout customization to create tailored listing experiences that align with business requirements and user expectations while supporting diverse content types and organizational objectives.

Listing settings management enables the creation of sophisticated marketplace content structures through custom metadata fields, drag-and-drop layout design, and flexible field configuration that accommodates various listing types, industry requirements, and business processes. These configuration capabilities support scalable marketplace implementations that can evolve with organizational needs and user feedback while maintaining consistency and professional presentation standards.

The listing settings framework integrates with marketplace functionality including filtering, sorting, search, and analytics to ensure custom configurations enhance rather than complicate user experience and administrative efficiency across diverse marketplace implementations and business use cases.

Requirements

To configure listing settings, users must be assigned a role with the following permissions:

Administrator System Role

Note: Only administrators can configure Listing Settings.

Accessing Listing Settings Configuration

Navigation to Listing Settings

In the Setup Home page, click Create > Marketplace
Click the marketplace name for which you want to configure listing settings
Click the Listing Settings tab
Access comprehensive listing configuration interface with multiple configuration options

Custom Fields Management

Field Creation and Configuration

Creating Custom Fields:

Navigate to the Fields sub-tab within Listing Settings
Click New to initiate field creation workflow
Select appropriate field type from available options
Configure field properties and validation requirements
Click Add to create the custom field

Available Field Types

Text Field Types:

Text: Short text input for names, titles, and brief descriptions
Text (Long): Extended text input for detailed descriptions and comprehensive content
Email: Email address validation and formatting for contact information
URL: Website link validation and formatting for external references

Numeric and Date Fields:

Number: Numeric input with validation for quantities, scores, and measurements
Percent: Percentage values with appropriate formatting and validation
Currency: Monetary values with currency formatting and calculation support
Date: Date selection with calendar interface and date validation
Date/Time: Combined date and time selection for event scheduling and timing
Time: Time-only selection for duration and scheduling requirements

Selection and Choice Fields:

Picklist: Single-selection dropdown for categorization and standardized options
Multi-Select Picklist: Multiple selection capability for tags, categories, and complex classification
Checkbox: Boolean yes/no selection for feature flags and binary options

Special Field Types:

Phone: Phone number formatting and validation for contact information

Field Configuration Properties

Field Naming and Labels:

Configure field names that appear in administrative interfaces and data exports
Define field labels that appear to users in listing creation and viewing interfaces
Establish field descriptions and help text for user guidance and data quality
Consider field naming conventions for consistency across marketplace implementations

Field Validation and Requirements:

Configure required field validation to ensure essential data collection
Establish field format validation for data quality and consistency
Define field length limits and character restrictions for optimal data management
Implement field dependency rules for complex data collection workflows

Field Management Operations

Editing Existing Fields:

Locate the field in the Fields listing interface
Click the dropdown arrow next to the field name
Select Edit to modify field configuration
Update field properties and validation requirements
Save changes to apply field modifications

Managing Picklist Options:

For Picklist and Multi-Select Picklist fields, click the dropdown arrow
Select Manage Picklist to configure available options
Add, edit, or remove picklist values as needed
Arrange picklist options in logical order for user experience optimization

Deleting Fields:

Locate the field for removal in the Fields interface
Click the dropdown arrow next to the field name
Select Delete to initiate field removal process
Confirm deletion understanding that associated data will be removed

Overview Fields Configuration

Overview Field Selection and Management

Field Selection Process:

Navigate to the Overview Fields sub-tab within Listing Settings
Access the drag-and-drop field selection interface
Review available fields from the comprehensive field library
Select and configure up to 6 fields for overview display

Drag-and-Drop Field Configuration

Field Selection and Arrangement:

Drag available fields from the field library to the listing template
Arrange selected fields in optimal order for user scanning and information hierarchy
Consider field importance and user decision-making patterns when organizing overview fields
Balance comprehensive information with visual clarity and scanning efficiency

Field Limit Management:

Overview field configuration supports up to 6 fields maximum for optimal visual presentation
Field quantity limits ensure overview sections remain scannable and user-friendly
Consider field priority and user information needs when selecting overview fields
Regular review of overview field effectiveness based on user behavior and feedback

Overview Field Strategy

Information Hierarchy:

Select overview fields that provide essential decision-making information for marketplace users
Prioritize fields that enable quick listing comparison and evaluation
Consider user browsing patterns and information scanning behavior
Balance comprehensive information with visual presentation and cognitive load

User Experience Optimization:

Configure overview fields that support efficient listing evaluation and comparison
Ensure field selection aligns with user expectations and industry standards
Test overview field configurations with user feedback and usability analysis
Regular optimization based on user engagement patterns and conversion metrics

Details Layout Design

Layout Designer Access and Configuration

Accessing Layout Designer:

Navigate to the Details Layout sub-tab within Listing Settings
Click Edit Layout to access the comprehensive layout design interface
Access drag-and-drop layout configuration tools
Configure listing detail page structure and field presentation

Layout Design Interface

Visual Layout Configuration:

Use drag-and-drop functionality to arrange fields within listing detail pages
Configure field positioning and grouping for optimal information organization
Establish visual hierarchy through field placement and section organization
Create intuitive information flow that supports user comprehension and engagement

Field Grouping and Organization:

Group related fields into logical sections for improved user comprehension
Create information sections that align with user decision-making processes
Balance comprehensive information with visual organization and scanning efficiency
Consider mobile responsiveness and different screen sizes in layout design

Advanced Layout Features

Section Management:

Configure distinct sections for different types of listing information
Establish clear visual separation between information categories
Create logical information flow from basic details through comprehensive specifications
Support user scanning patterns with appropriate section organization and visual hierarchy

Layout Customization Options:

Configure field display properties including visibility and formatting
Establish field presentation styles for optimal visual impact and readability
Balance detailed information with visual presentation and user experience quality
Regular layout testing and optimization based on user feedback and engagement metrics

Listing Settings Integration

Marketplace Functionality Integration

Filtering and Search Integration:

Custom fields automatically integrate with marketplace filtering and search functionality
Field configuration affects available filter options and search capabilities
Consider field types and values when planning marketplace browsing and discovery features
Ensure field configuration supports intended user interaction patterns and discovery workflows

Analytics and Reporting Integration:

Custom fields integrate with marketplace analytics for comprehensive performance tracking
Field data supports business intelligence and user behavior analysis
Configure fields with analytics objectives in mind for optimal data collection and insights
Regular analysis of field usage and effectiveness for continuous optimization

Content Management Integration

Listing Creation Integration:

Custom fields appear in listing creation workflows for content publishers
Field configuration affects listing submission experience and data quality
Consider publisher user experience and data collection efficiency when configuring fields
Training and support for publishers regarding field usage and content quality standards

Best Practices for Listing Settings Management

Strategic Field Planning

Business Requirement Analysis:

Analyze business objectives and user needs before configuring custom fields
Align field configuration with marketplace purpose and target audience expectations
Consider data collection objectives and analytical requirements in field planning
Plan for scalability and future field requirements to avoid frequent reconfiguration

User Experience Considerations:

Balance comprehensive data collection with user experience and completion rates
Consider cognitive load and form completion psychology in field configuration
Test field configurations with user feedback and usability analysis
Regular optimization based on user behavior patterns and completion metrics

Technical Implementation

Data Quality Management:

Establish field validation and formatting standards for consistent data quality
Implement appropriate field types and constraints for reliable data collection
Consider data export and integration requirements when configuring field types
Regular data quality review and cleanup for optimal marketplace functionality

Performance Optimization:

Consider field quantity and complexity impact on page loading and user experience
Optimize field configuration for mobile devices and diverse user access patterns
Balance comprehensive functionality with technical performance and usability
Regular performance monitoring and optimization based on user experience metrics

Ongoing Management and Optimization

Configuration Monitoring:

Regular review of field usage and effectiveness for continuous improvement
Monitor user interaction patterns with different field types and configurations
Analyze field completion rates and data quality for optimization opportunities
User feedback integration for field configuration improvements and user experience enhancement

Evolution and Adaptation:

Plan for field configuration evolution based on changing business requirements and user needs
Establish processes for field addition, modification, and removal based on marketplace growth
Consider marketplace maturity and user sophistication when evolving field configurations
Regular strategic review of listing settings alignment with business objectives and user expectations

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