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Open the Candidates view

From the left-hand navigation bar, go to Candidates to open your full candidate list.Untitled2 PnIn this view, you can see:
  • All candidates in your database
  • Default attributes (columns) such as candidate status
  • Comments linked directly to each candidate
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Understand default attributes

By default, Spott includes several attributes for every candidate, such as:
  • Status – Active, Passive, Not Actively Looking
  • Other built-in fields available in your database
Default attributes cannot be removed but can be rearranged in your table view.
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Add a new column

  1. Scroll to the far right of the candidate table.
  2. Click Add Column. Add Column button at the end of the candidate table
This opens a list of:
  • All existing attributes you can display
  • An option to create a completely new attribute
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Create custom attributes

When adding a new attribute, choose the data type:
  • Attribute only – For preset dropdown values
  • Text only – For free text input
  • Number only – For numeric values
  • Date only – For date fields (e.g. availability date)
  • Multiple choice – For selecting one or more options from a list Custom attribute creation form showing field types
Once a custom attribute is created, it will be available for all candidate profiles in your database.
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Use and manage custom attributes

  • Fill in attribute values directly in the candidate table or in the candidate’s profile view.
  • Reorder columns by dragging them to a new position.
  • Hide or show attributes as needed to keep your table organized.
  • Use AI assistance to automatically link attributes to the right candidates based on profile content, notes, and CV data.
AI linking can speed up data entry by pre-filling attribute values where matches are detected. You can review and approve suggestions before they are saved.
Customizing candidate profiles helps you capture unique data points relevant to your recruitment process, making searches and filters more effective.
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