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If you no longer need a custom field: - **Rename it** instead (for example: *“No longer in use”*) Deleting a custom field that contains data can: - Leave data in the database - Cause features to stop working correctly - Trigger error messages ### Best Practice Before Creating Custom Fields To avoid issues, we strongly recommend that you: - **Plan your custom fields in advance** (on paper or in a document) - Avoid repeatedly adding and deleting fields - Only create custom fields that are genuinely required Continual changes to custom fields can increase the risk of system errors. ### Naming and Formatting Guidelines When creating custom fields: - 🚫 **Do not use special characters** - Keep text in **checkboxes and drop-downs short and clear** - Use meaningful, consistent field names - Ensure custom fields **do not share the same name** as any standard TrackAble fields ### Recommendation ✔️ Custom fields should be designed carefully and added once 🚫 Avoid deleting custom fields that already contain data If you are unsure, seek advice before making changes. ### Need Help? 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