I am writing to recommend a new feature for the GUI of Business Central which I believe can significantly enhance user experience and efficiency. The idea is rooted in providing users with the ability to customize the behavior and appearance of fields for various entities, promoting user clarity and flexibility.

Feature Details:

1. Setup Page for Field Customization:

• A dedicated setup page where users can select specific entities and their associated fields to customize.

1. Background & Foreground Color Customization:

• Based on certain filter conditions, users can define the background and foreground colors for specific fields.
• This can help in visually identifying fields that match certain criteria (e.g., overdue invoices might have a red background, mandatory fields too, if they are empty).

1. Dependent Field Behavior:

• Allow fields to change in appearance or behavior based on the value or status of other fields.
• For instance, if a related field has a particular value, another field might turn a different color.

1. Mandatory Field Setting Through GUI:

• Users can mark fields as mandatory directly through the GUI.
• A visible sign or icon should be added next to mandatory fields, helping users to identify them quickly.
• When the mandatory field is empty or has invalid data, it could have a distinct color or shading.
• Once valid data is entered, the field's color should revert or change, indicating that the requirement has been met.
• No Insert or Modify is valid if a mandatory field is remaining empty

Benefits:

• Increased User Efficiency: By providing visual cues, users can quickly identify which fields require attention, thereby reducing the time spent on data entry and validation.
• Enhanced User Experience: The ability to customize the field behavior based on filters or related fields provides users with a more tailored experience.
• Improved Data Accuracy: By marking fields as mandatory and providing visual indicators, the chances of missing critical data inputs are reduced.
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I believe this feature can add immense value to Business Central and cater to a broader user base with varied needs.

Thank you for considering my suggestion.