Frappe DocType Patterns

Comprehensive guide to creating and configuring DocTypes in Frappe Framework, the core building block for all Frappe applications.

When to Use This Skill

• Creating new DocTypes
• Adding or modifying fields on DocTypes
• Designing data models and relationships
• Setting up naming patterns and autoname
• Configuring permissions and workflows
• Creating child tables
• Working with Virtual or Single DocTypes

DocType Directory Structure

When you create a DocType named "My Custom DocType" in module "My Module":