Connectors can be created by using the REST connection. In the following, we will create a connector from the REST connection which contains a product list.
Creating a new connector
In order to create a connector, please open the page Connector under the Design. Created connector than will be available to use in the Smartform.
Connector can be created via plus sign or directly with the REST button:
The configuration page allows you to enter the desired connector name. URL which contains the webpage for product information should be entered. HTTP method, limitation for the result size and authentication methods should be selected. Clicking the Save button will save the custom connector.
You can easily test the REST connection via the section “Testing“, after saving the connector.
Using the connector in the smartform
Custom connectors can be used in the smartform. In order to show the product list in the “Select” element of the smartform, “Connections” section should be opened. The label and the value will be selected from the REST file, which contain information of the products.
Parameter | Description | Example |
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Connection 1 | Custom connectors can be reached via this drop-down list. | Products |
JSON Path: label | This area determines the parameter which should be shown in the smartform drop-down list. |
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JSON Path: value | This area determines the parameter which will be stored in the database. The names of the products will be shown in the dropdown list of the smartform and will be stored in the database when the user selects the product name. |
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