Is the Value field required to build a functioning editable grid using a!gridLayout?

In the context of creating an editable grid using a!gridLayout in Appian, the Value field is not a mandatory requirement for the grid to be functional. The Value field, which typically holds the data that the grid displays, is more about the context in which data is managed and how it is presented to the user.

When building a grid, you can provide a static dataset directly for the purpose of display and user interactions without explicitly tying it to a Value field. This allows for flexibility in how the grid can be constructed, such as using other means for data management or manipulation. If a grid layout does not include a corresponding value, it could still function effectively—allowing user interactions like editing or selecting—based on underlying logic or calculations.

Thus, the assertion that the Value field is not required to build a functioning editable grid aligns with the design flexibility Appian provides to developers. This allows for a variety of implementation techniques without being constrained by the necessity of a Value field for the grid's fundamental operation.