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Change which fields are mandatory

Decide what staff must fill in before they can save a new patient record.

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Asking for too much slows down the front desk. To choose what is required, go to Setup, then Fields, and click Customise Create Screen.

Make a field optional

  • Find the field in the layout on the right.

  • Turn off its required setting.

  • Save your changes.

First and last name are always required. Keep an email or mobile number required if you rely on automatic reminders.

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Next, read Customise the new patient form.