How Do I Set Up Custom Listing Fields in SoCast Local Listings?

How Do I Set Up Custom Listing Fields in SoCast Local Listings?

How Do I Set Up Custom Listing Fields in SoCast Local Listings?

Info This Article Is For:
  • All users with Manage Local Listings and Manage Local Listings Settings permissions
  • Applicable to all SoCast Themes
Info Requirements:
  • You must have already purchased the Local Listings product. If you would like this product, please speak with your Account Manager.

The Listing Custom Fields settings allow you to configure custom fields that can be applied to your listings. This helps tailor your listings to your station’s needs, whether for real estate, auto, business directories, or other categories.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. To add a custom field, click the Add New button at the top left of the page.
  2. Add New Field Title: Enter the name of your custom field as it will appear on your site. For example, Real Estate listings might use "Bedrooms" or "Bathrooms".
  3. Field Type: Choose the type for your custom field (e.g., text, number, dropdown).
  4. Field Instructions: Add instructions for authors. These appear when submitting data. For example: "Enter the number of bedrooms for your listing."
  5. Required: Choose whether this field must be filled out when submitting a listing.
  6. Default Value: (Optional) Set a default value for the field.
  7. Placeholder Text: (Optional) Add placeholder text to guide users.
  8. Assigned To: Assign the field to specific listing types or categories.
  9. Include This Field in the Search Form? Decide if this field should be searchable by users.
  10. Order No: Set the order in which fields appear (fields are displayed from lowest to highest number).

Common Custom Field Templates

Below are some suggested custom fields for different listing types:

Buy & Sell

  1. Title
  2. Description
  3. Price
  4. Pictures
  5. Listing Contact Information
    1. Name
    2. Phone
    3. Address
    4. Email
    5. Website

Real Estate

  1. Title
  2. Description
  3. Pictures
  4. Price
  5. Address
  6. Type (e.g., house, condo)
  7. Neighbourhood
  8. City
  9. Year Built
  10. Size
  11. Number of Bedrooms
  12. Number of Bathrooms
  13. MLS Listing ID
  14. Agent Contact Information
    1. Name/Company
    2. Email
    3. Phone
    4. Address
    5. Website

Auto Listings

  1. Title
  2. Description
  3. Pictures
  4. Make/Model
  5. Price
  6. Year
  7. Body Type (e.g., SUV)
  8. Kilometers
  9. Transmission (e.g., automatic)
  10. Engine (e.g., 2.0 L)
  11. Exterior Colour
  12. Interior Colour
  13. Stock #
  14. Vehicle Features
  15. Seller Contact Information
    1. Email
    2. Phone
    3. Address
    4. Website
    5. Logo Image

Community News

  1. Summary (Title)
  2. Article (Description)
  3. Featured Image
  4. Author Contact Information
    1. Name
    2. Email

Obituaries

  1. Name of Deceased
  2. Description
  3. Picture
  4. Date of Birth
  5. Date and Time of Death
  6. Location of Death

Business Directory

  1. Title
  2. Description
  3. Phone
  4. Address
  5. Email
  6. Website
  7. Pictures

Church Directory

  1. Title
  2. Description
  3. Denomination
  4. Phone
  5. Address
  6. Email
  7. Website
  8. Pictures

Storm Closures

  1. Name of Organization
  2. Type of Organization (e.g., school, business)
  3. Status (e.g., open, closed, delayed)
  4. Description

Custom Listing Fields Example

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