Grid View
Grid view is the default and most flexible way to work with SmartTable data. It displays records as rows and fields as columns, similar to a spreadsheet, while supporting high-performance virtual scrolling and advanced layout options.
When to Use Grid View
Use grid view when you need to:
- Enter or edit many records at once.
- See a large number of fields side by side.
- Apply complex filters, sorts, and groupings.
- Freeze important columns while scrolling.
Sorting
- Click a column header to sort ascending or descending.
- Hold the sort indicator to add multi-column sorting.
- Drag sort indicators to change priority.
Filtering
- Click the filter icon in a column header for a quick filter.
- Open the view filter panel to add multiple conditions.
- Combine conditions with AND or OR logic.
Grouping
- Group records by one or more fields.
- Expand or collapse groups.
- Apply grouping up to 3 levels for nested summaries.
Freeze and Resize Columns
- Drag the column edge to adjust width; double-click to auto-fit.
- Freeze columns to keep them visible while scrolling horizontally.
- Show or hide fields per view without deleting them.
Row and Column Operations
| Operation | How To |
|---|---|
| Add row | Click the + at the bottom or press Ctrl + N / Cmd + N |
| Delete row | Select the row and press Delete, or right-click and choose Delete |
| Move row | Drag the row handle to a new position |
| Move column | Drag the column header left or right |
| Batch select | Hold Shift and click rows, or use checkboxes |
Performance
Grid view uses virtual scrolling to keep interactions smooth even with tens of thousands of records.