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Types of User Fields in Zendesk for IT Support

Explore the different user fields you can create in Zendesk to capture essential IT support information.

What types of user fields can be created in Zendesk for IT support?

In Zendesk, you can create various types of user fields to capture important information for IT support. These include dropdown fields for office locations and device models, text fields for desk numbers and laptop IDs, and multi-line text fields for installed software.

These fields allow IT teams to gather detailed information about users, which can be used to tailor support processes and improve service delivery. The flexibility of these fields means they can be filled manually, via the API, or through bulk import, depending on your needs.


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