How to Add Open Form View Button in Odoo List View: Complete Guide

Learn how to implement the open form view button functionality in Odoo list views. This tutorial shows you how to automatically open form views from list records using the open_form_view attribute.

Understanding the Basics

First, let’s examine the basic structure of an Odoo list view with form view integration:

<record id="wb_hobby_list_view" model="ir.ui.view">
    <field name="name">wb.hobby.list.view</field>
    <field name="model">wb.hobby</field>
    <field name="arch" type="xml">
        <list editable="bottom" multi_edit="1" open_form_view="True">
            <field name="P"/>
            <field name="create_uid"/>
            <field name="create_date"/>
            <field name="name"/>
        </list>
    </field>
</record>

Key Components and Attributes

1. List View Configuration:

<list editable="bottom" multi_edit="1" open_form_view="True">

• editable="bottom": Enables inline editing
• multi_edit="1": Allows multiple record editing
• open_form_view="True": Activates form view opening

Implementation Steps

1. Add Open Form View Feature:

• Include the open_form_view attribute
• Set the value to “True”
• Ensure proper view inheritance

2. Configure Field Display:

<field name="P"/>
<field name="create_uid"/>
<field name="create_date"/>
<field name="name"/>

Advanced Features

1. Combining with Other Attributes:

<list editable="bottom" multi_edit="1" open_form_view="True">
    <!-- Additional attributes -->
</list>

2. Custom Button Implementation:

<button name="action_open_form" type="object" string="Open Form"/>

Best Practices

1. View Organization:

• Keep related fields together
• Maintain consistent structure
• Follow Odoo naming conventions

2. Performance Considerations:

• Optimize field selection
• Minimize unnecessary attributes
• Consider load time impact

Troubleshooting Common Issues

1. Form View Not Opening:

• Verify attribute spelling
• Check view inheritance
• Confirm model configuration

2. Performance Issues:

• Review field selection
• Optimize view structure
• Monitor server load

Integration Examples

1. Basic Implementation:

<record id="view_model_list" model="ir.ui.view">
    <field name="name">model.list.view</field>
    <field name="model">custom.model</field>
    <field name="arch" type="xml">
        <list open_form_view="True">
            <!-- Fields -->
        </list>
    </field>
</record>

2. Advanced Configuration:

<record id="view_model_list_extended" model="ir.ui.view">
    <field name="name">model.list.extended</field>
    <field name="model">custom.model</field>
    <field name="inherit_id" ref="base.view_model_list"/>
    <field name="arch" type="xml">
        <list position="attributes">
            <attribute name="open_form_view">True</attribute>
        </list>
    </field>
</record>

Additional Resources

For more information, visit:

• Official Odoo Documentation
• Odoo Community Forums
• GitHub Odoo Repository

Technical Considerations

1. View Inheritance:

• Proper parent view reference
• Correct xpath expressions
• Attribute modification

2. Security Aspects:

• Access rights configuration
• Record rule implementation
• User permission management

Development Guidelines

1. Code Organization:

• Follow Odoo coding standards
• Maintain clear documentation
• Use meaningful names

2. Testing Procedures:

• Verify form view opening
• Test with different user roles
• Check mobile compatibility

Conclusion

The open_form_view attribute simplifies user interaction by providing direct access to form views from list records. This feature enhances user experience and streamlines navigation within Odoo applications.

Remember to:

• Test thoroughly before deployment
• Consider user feedback
• Document customizations
• Follow security best practices

By following these guidelines, you’ll create more efficient and user-friendly Odoo interfaces that improve productivity and user satisfaction.