How do I set up a dropdown select column in my Tracker?

Select columns let students be assigned to predefined options - perfect for groups, levels, or status tracking.

Creating a select column

1. Click the + button to add a new column
2. Enter a name for your column
3. Choose Select as the column type
4. Enter your options separated by commas

5. Click Add column

Option colours

Each option can have its own colour — click the colour swatch next to an option to customise it. Selected cells will display the option's colour as a background, making it easy to scan your tracker visually.

Editing options later

To add, remove, or rename options after creating the column:

1. Click the column header
2. Select Edit options

3. Modify your options list
4. Click Save

Using the select column

Click any cell in the column to open a dropdown and choose an option:

Ideas for select columns

• Reading groups: Red, Amber, Green
• Project status: Not started, In progress, Complete
• Learning levels: Emerging, Developing, Secure
• Table groups: Table 1, Table 2, Table 3, Table 4
• Support level: Independent, Some support, Full support