The Expand and Collapse Button for Grouped List Views feature enhances the usability of Odoo’s grouped list views by enabling users to toggle the visibility of grouped data effortlessly. This functionality is particularly useful when dealing with large datasets organized by grouping criteria, such as categories, dates, or other fields.
When a list view is grouped by a field, the feature introduces two buttons:
- Expand All: Expands all groups, displaying detailed records within each group.
- Collapse All: Collapses all groups, showing only the group headers for a high-level overview.
These buttons are displayed prominently at the top of the grouped list view for easy access. Additionally, individual groups can still be expanded or collapsed manually, giving users full control over how they interact with the data.
Key Benefits:
- Enhanced Usability: Simplifies navigation within grouped list views, making it easier to switch between detailed and summarized views.
- Time-Saving: Eliminates the need for users to manually expand or collapse each group, especially in views with numerous groups.
- Improved Data Overview: Provides a quick way to focus on key group headers or dive into specific details when needed.
- Consistent Functionality: Works across all list views where grouping is applied, ensuring a seamless experience.
Example Use Case:
A sales manager reviewing sales orders grouped by customer can quickly collapse all groups to focus on the customer headers and their aggregated totals. If they need to dive into specific details for a customer, they can use the Expand All button or manually expand that group.
Conclusion:
The Expand and Collapse Button for Grouped List Views is a user-friendly enhancement that improves the accessibility and efficiency of working with grouped data in Odoo. By streamlining navigation and reducing repetitive actions, this feature contributes to a more productive and enjoyable user experience.
Expand and Collapse Button for Grouped List Views