Drupal 11.1 Adds New EntityReference Filter for Views Customization
Drupal 11.1 introduces a new EntityReference filter for Views, offering users greater flexibility in how exposed filters are displayed. Previously, entity reference fields were limited to simple text input filters, but with this update, they can now be presented as select boxes or autocomplete fields. This enhancement provides a more user-friendly experience for managing related content within Drupal Views.
However, the new filter is not enabled by default. Developers must implement a `hook_views_data_alter()` to activate it for specific fields. Goran Nikolovski, a web and AI developer with over 10 years of experience, demonstrated how to apply this hook for the `field_related_articles` field, showing how the filter can be customized to display as a select or autocomplete input.
The update is seen as a significant improvement in Drupal 11.1, making it easier to manage entity relationships within Views. Goran has provided step-by-step guidance on how to enable the new filter, with further details available in the official change record.
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