Ensure Row Actions In Context Menu Are Also Displayed In Table Inspector

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Problem

The recent addition of the 'Duplicate Record' functionality in the Row context options has highlighted the need for a more unified approach to displaying row actions. Currently, the Row context options contain options for opening the record page, deleting the record, and duplicating the record. On the other hand, the 'Record' section in the table inspector contains options for opening the record page and deleting records, but the available options vary based on how many records are selected.

The 'Duplicate Record' functionality is a great addition to the Row context options, but it's not present in the table inspector -> Record tab. Similarly, any new record-specific action we add should be present in both places. This is where the problem lies - we have duplicated code in both places, which makes it difficult to maintain and update.

Proposed Solution

To solve this problem, we propose creating a single place where we control the row actions. This can be a common component under /systems/table-view with a separate directory for row-related actions. The new component should be headless, meaning it should not render the parent elements, but it can render the children, such as the contents of buttons and links.

The rendering of the parent elements should happen in the respective places, RowContextOptions and RecordMode components. This way, we can avoid duplicating code and make it easier to maintain and update the row actions.

Requirements for the New Component

The new component should meet the following requirements:

  • It should be headless, meaning it should not render the parent elements.
  • It should render the children, such as the contents of buttons and links.
  • It should accept multiple rowIds (row.identifier) to handle both single and multiple records.
  • It should be able to handle different dom structures and visual changes in different places.

Benefits of the Proposed Solution

The proposed solution has several benefits:

  • Reduced Code Duplication: By creating a single place for row actions, we can avoid duplicating code in both places.
  • Easier Maintenance: With a single place for row actions, it's easier to maintain and update the actions.
  • Improved Flexibility: The new component can handle different dom structures and visual changes in different places.
  • Better Scalability: The proposed solution can handle both single and multiple records.

Implementation Plan

To implement the proposed solution, we will follow these steps:

  1. Create a new directory for row-related actions: We will create a separate directory for row-related actions under /systems/table-view.
  2. Design the new component: We will design the new component to meet the requirements mentioned earlier.
  3. Implement the new component: We will implement the new component using the designed architecture.
  4. Integrate the new component with RowContextOptions and RecordMode: We will integrate the new component with RowContextOptions and RecordMode components.
  5. Test the new component: We will test the new component to ensure it meets the requirements and works as expected.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the proposed solution is a more unified approach to displaying row actions. By creating a single place for row actions, we can avoid duplicating code, make it easier to maintain and update the actions, and improve flexibility and scalability. We will follow the implementation plan to bring this solution to life.

Future Work

In the future, we can further improve the proposed solution by:

  • Adding more features: We can add more features to the new component, such as handling different types of records or adding more actions.
  • Improving performance: We can improve the performance of the new component by optimizing the code and reducing the number of DOM elements.
  • Enhancing user experience: We can enhance the user experience by making the new component more user-friendly and intuitive.

References

Q: What is the problem with the current implementation of row actions?

A: The current implementation of row actions has duplicated code in both the Row context options and the table inspector -> Record tab. This makes it difficult to maintain and update the actions.

Q: Why do we need a single place for row actions?

A: We need a single place for row actions to avoid duplicating code, make it easier to maintain and update the actions, and improve flexibility and scalability.

Q: What are the requirements for the new component?

A: The new component should be headless, meaning it should not render the parent elements, but it can render the children, such as the contents of buttons and links. It should also accept multiple rowIds (row.identifier) to handle both single and multiple records.

Q: How will the new component handle different dom structures and visual changes in different places?

A: The new component will be designed to handle different dom structures and visual changes in different places. This will be achieved by using a flexible and modular architecture.

Q: What are the benefits of the proposed solution?

A: The proposed solution has several benefits, including reduced code duplication, easier maintenance, improved flexibility, and better scalability.

Q: How will the new component be integrated with RowContextOptions and RecordMode?

A: The new component will be integrated with RowContextOptions and RecordMode components using a combination of React hooks and props.

Q: What is the implementation plan for the proposed solution?

A: The implementation plan includes creating a new directory for row-related actions, designing the new component, implementing the new component, integrating the new component with RowContextOptions and RecordMode, and testing the new component.

Q: What are the future work plans for the proposed solution?

A: The future work plans include adding more features to the new component, improving performance, and enhancing user experience.

Q: What are the references for the proposed solution?

A: The references for the proposed solution include GitHub Issue #4414, RowContextOptions, and RecordMode.

Q: What is the conclusion of the proposed solution?

A: The proposed solution is a more unified approach to displaying row actions. By creating a single place for row actions, we can avoid duplicating code, make it easier to maintain and update the actions, and improve flexibility and scalability.

Q: What are the key takeaways from the proposed solution?

A: The key takeaways from the proposed solution are:

  • Create a single place for row actions to avoid duplicating code.
  • Use a flexible and modular architecture to handle different dom structures and visual changes in different places.
  • Integrate the new component with RowContextOptions and RecordMode using a combination of React hooks and props.
  • Test the new component to ensure it meets the requirements and works as expected.

Q: What is the final thought on the proposed solution?

A: The proposed solution is a step towards improving the user experience and making the application more maintainable and scalable. By following the implementation plan and future work plans, we can bring this solution to life and make it a reality.