Add New Device Type
Admins can create a new device type with custom-defined fields to suit organizational requirements.
Accessing the Feature
Navigate to Access Management → Devices
Click the “+” icon next to existing default device type tabs (e.g., Computer, Smartphones)
This opens the Add New Device Type modal.
Add New Device Type Modal
The modal allows admins to define the structure and fields for the new device type.
Enter a Section Name (e.g., Printers, Tablets)
This field is required
Validation Rules:
Cannot be empty
Must be unique across all existing device types
Default Fields
Each device type includes the following mandatory fields by default:
Device ID (Text, Required)
Status (Picklist, Required)
Assign To (Drop down)
Assign Date (Date)
Replacement Cost (Currency, Required)
These fields:
Cannot be deleted
Must always be part of the device type configuration
Add Custom Fields
Admins can extend the device type by adding custom fields.
How to Add a Custom Field
Click “+ Add Custom Field”
A configuration modal opens
Field Configuration Options
Field Type Dropdown
Options include:Text
Picklist
Date Picker
Number
Checkbox
Field-Specific Settings
Picklist options (if applicable)
Required toggle
Default value (if supported)
Click Save to add the field.
The newly created field will appear in the Field Name list.
Within the Field Name list, admins can manage all fields associated with the device type.
Available Actions
Edit Field
Opens the configuration modal with pre-filled values
Delete Field
Removes the field after confirmation
Mandatory fields cannot be deleted
Reorder Fields
Drag and drop fields to define display order
Once all configurations are complete:
Click Add
Result
The new device type appears as a new tab alongside existing types
Example: “Printers” appears next to Laptops and Smartphones
Success Confirmation
A confirmation message is displayed:
Device type "Printers" added successfully
