How to Add a Dropdown in Your Compensation Cycle

Step 1: Navigate to Your Compensation Cycle

Open the specific compensation cycle where you’d like to add dropdown options.

Step 2: Click “Edit Columns”

From your comp cycle view, click Edit Columns to access the list of fields or columns available in your cycle.

Step 3: Check the Column Type

Find the column you want to add dropdown options to, and make sure its Type is set to List.

• If it’s already a list type, move on to the next step.

• If not, you’ll need to update or create a new column with the type set to “List.”

Step 4: Add a New Column (If Needed)

If the column doesn’t exist yet:

1. Click Add Column on the upper right.

2. Fill in the necessary details such as the name and label.

3. Set the Type to List before saving.

Step 5: Access the Dropdown Settings

Once your column is available, you’ll see a small list icon next to it.
Click that icon to open the dropdown configuration menu.

Step 6: Add Your Dropdown Options

You can now add the options for your dropdown list.

• To add a single option: Type in the option name and click + Add Option.

• To add multiple options at once: List each option on a separate line in the designated tab or field.

  

  
  Each line will automatically be added as a new dropdown value — allowing you to create multiple options in bulk.

• After adding your options don't forget to click Save to update your changes.

Go back to your workbook and test it out on your column.