Select the data type
The data type defines the kind of data the choice list contains. You
can choose string or integer as your choice list data types. Once you create the choice list, you cannot change the data type.
- String
- Select String for choice lists that
contain text or that include characters such as numbers, letters, symbols,
or spaces. Examples of string choice lists are lists of states, colors, or
zip codes.
- Integer
- Select Integer when the choice list
can only comprise positive or negative numbers. The allowable range is -2,147,483,648
to 2,147,483,647. Use integer lists for monetary values.