In the Windows Client, users could right click on any cell on any list page and select 'Copy Cell Value'. This is often used on 'document numbers', master data 'numbers' to copy the cell value and navigate to another area / application / ...
In the Webclient, 'Copy Cell Value' is no longer possible on (the first column fields of non-editable) list pages. The Ctrl+C is not working either, since the 'document no.' (primary key fields in general) are hyperlinked and cannot be selected to copy. (Tested in Chrome / Edge)
Requested functionality : Please provide a 'Copy Cell Value' in the webclient on (non-editable) list pages that allow copy of any row field value, especially the content of the first column (primary key).
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From my perspective, this is a very basic functionality. It is surprising that a few years have passed and the ability to save a cell to the clipboard is still not available. :-(
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It's unclear why the ability to copy cell values using a dedicated key combination or context menu was removed in the Business Central web client. Technically, it is still possible to copy field values by selecting and copying text. However, selecting text, especially on non-editable pages, can be challenging. For example, one must hold the ALT key to copy text from fields with table relations. Are we really talking about improving productivity here?Fortunately, I recently had the opportunity to discuss this issue with Microsoft representatives responsible for developing the web client during BC TechDays 2024. Also I received a personal assurance from Tomas Grubliauskas that this feature will be added in future versions. Let's hope Microsoft employees keep their promises.
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Necroposting here, because I'm finding this to be a significant issue. We're transitioning from NAV to the BC web client, and the lack of ability to copy a single cell is really frustrating for our test groups. It really feels like the software is fighting us rather than helping us - this is a serious step backward. Hard to believe it hasn't been addressed in two and a half years!
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Hi to all,
On my opinion it's a "must have" item.
Thanks a lot for this idea.
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It would not be so disgraceful to add a copy cell button when passing hover a non editable field, would it?
This feature is available everywhere in the Azure Portal and pretty handy.
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Yes, many clients and implementers use this extensively.
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References for MS:
https://partner.microsoft.com/en-us/dashboard/collaborate/engagements/1173/feedback/wits/Bugs/271415
https://www.yammer.com/dynamicsnavdev/#/Threads/show?threadId=466180603109376
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Business Central Team (administrator)
Thank you for your feedback. We are considering adding it to our longer term roadmap.