| Header | Description | Req. | Notes |
| Name | This column is for the name of the custom field as it should appear in imports and on product screens. | Y | Unique names are recommended for reporting purposes. |
| Description | This column is for the description of the custom field. | Y | |
| Objects | This column is for designating the object to which the custom field applies. | Y | Custom fields can be created for users, projects, tasks, pay types, bill types, expense codes, sources, currencies, reasons, vehicles and measurements. The values in this column should be plural. If any of these objects have been renamed, use the new name. |
| Type | This column is for designating the data type that applies to the custom field. | Y | All values in this field must be in ALL CAPS. Valid selections for this field are STRING, DATE, and NUMBER. The lengths for string values must be set by adding an underscore and number to the end of the value (e.g., STRING_252 or STRING_50). |
| Default Value | This column is for designating the custom field default value. | N | |
| Selection Values | This column is for designating the values for custom fields that are select lists. | N | This field should only be used if the custom field is a select list with pre-defined values. Each value must be separated by a comma. |
| Multiple Selection | This column is for designating that a custom field is a multiple select list. | N | This field should only be used if the custom field is a multiple select list with pre-defined values. Acceptable values are 'Y', 'y', or 'Yes'. |