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Working with Lists

Lists are the primary way to organize and display items within a tub. They provide a flexible, grid-based view of your items with powerful sorting, filtering, and customization options.

Understanding Lists​

A list in qrtub is:

  • A collection of related items
  • Displayed in a customizable grid layout
  • Equipped with sorting and filtering capabilities
  • Integrated with QR code generation
  • Configurable with custom fields and views

Creating Lists​

  1. Navigate to your tub
  2. Click "New List"
  3. Choose a list template or start from scratch
  4. Name your list
  5. Configure columns and fields
  6. Add your items

List Features​

Columns and Fields​

  • Standard fields (name, description, date)
  • Custom fields (numbers, text, dates, checkboxes)
  • Calculated fields
  • Image attachments
  • QR code display

Views​

  • Grid view (default)
  • Table view
  • Calendar view
  • Kanban board
  • Custom views

Actions​

  • Sort by any column
  • Filter items
  • Group by field
  • Bulk operations
  • Export data

Managing Items​

Within a list, you can:

  • Add new items
  • Edit item details
  • Move items between lists
  • Generate QR codes
  • Create link cards
  • Archive or delete items

Best Practices​

  • Use meaningful list names
  • Set up relevant columns
  • Create saved views for different purposes
  • Regular cleanup of unused items
  • Back up important lists

Tips and Tricks​

  1. Use keyboard shortcuts for faster navigation
  2. Save common filters as views
  3. Use bulk operations for efficiency
  4. Set up automated QR code generation
  5. Link related items across lists

Next Steps​

After setting up your lists:

  1. Add your items
  2. Generate QR codes
  3. Create custom views
  4. Set up automations