Apr 30th, 2011, 4:59 PM
Hey Crunchers!
When it's ready, you'll be able to upgrade to it directly from 2.0.x - just like before. Looking over the changes made since the original 2.0.0, there have been a LOT of files that have been being removed and moved, so what I think I'll do is create a "Clean Up" module that identifies old and redundant files from earlier Form Tools versions and attempt to remove them. It won't be strictly necessary, but I think it'll be nice to keep your installation as clean as possible.
Good question! So the from_fields table contains all the main values & settings for the fields (N.B. the structure changed a bit in 2.1.0 - let me know if you have any questions about it). However, form fields may now have any number of additional (optional) settings, found in the field_settings table - but since they're optional, I think you're fine.
I can't see any problems with what you're doing, but definitely give it a go and check it works!
- Ben
When it's ready, you'll be able to upgrade to it directly from 2.0.x - just like before. Looking over the changes made since the original 2.0.0, there have been a LOT of files that have been being removed and moved, so what I think I'll do is create a "Clean Up" module that identifies old and redundant files from earlier Form Tools versions and attempt to remove them. It won't be strictly necessary, but I think it'll be nice to keep your installation as clean as possible.
Quote:And is there anything I need to consider besides updating the formtools form fields table when adding new fields to an existing form table outside of the control panel?
Good question! So the from_fields table contains all the main values & settings for the fields (N.B. the structure changed a bit in 2.1.0 - let me know if you have any questions about it). However, form fields may now have any number of additional (optional) settings, found in the field_settings table - but since they're optional, I think you're fine.
I can't see any problems with what you're doing, but definitely give it a go and check it works!
- Ben