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Append text fields not displayed properly in modern SP list view
We use a couple of SP lists for form related business processes, like User Access Requests. In those lists we use the append text fields for comments, but also to document approvals from the person's manager and HR. In the new modern SP list; however, text in a field that is listed as an "append text" field, is not displayed on the list item when you view it.
In addition, when you look at the history on the list item, you can see when and who has made changes to the list item, but you cannot see what has been changed. I do not see a way to view the version history for a list item.
I've switched back to the "classic Sharepoint" for now until I find out if I'm missing something or when/how to get this functionality back in the modern SP list.
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I recommend you to provide feedback about this issue using the tools provided by Microsoft in the new user experience (Feedback button). By the way, adding LincolnDeMaris to the conversation
LincolnDeMaris has anyone else reported similar concerns? Are there any indications as to where this is on the list to be addressed?
Thanks, did this. I'm concerned; however, b/c this is existing functionality that is effectively now broken.
My experience is similar, though slightly different. With the new list experience the Append changes to existing text option has no effect when using the edit form. To a user, it looks like a textbox to update, and none of the previous entries are shown. The result for my users is lots of confusion, and the isolated comments that I usually expect are mixed up with the previous commenter's text.
