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# Use Case: Assigning a Number and adding the field on Attendee name badge

A common use case for lucky draw purposes is to assign a number to attendees to be included on their namebadges. Please follow the steps below to do so.

1. Create a custom field. Go to the **People List** → Click **Manage Fields**![](/files/cCqsVmwQHBICHA5qsK5I)
2. Click **+ Add New Field**\
   ![](/files/z5rELhPBJmwQqZiaDcIK)
3. Click **Short Text** and input the custom field name as “No." or "Number". Then, click Save. ![](/files/Ue2wiKfoVSycF2Fh7mBE)
4. Perform a bulk update on the **People List** with the assigned "Number" to update attendee records.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What field type should I use for a lucky draw number?

**A:** Use a **Short Text** custom field named "No." or "Number". Short Text fields display cleanly on badges and can be bulk-updated via the People List.

### Q: How do I assign the numbers to all attendees at once?

**A:** Use the **Bulk Update** feature on the People List. Import a CSV with the attendee identifiers and their assigned numbers.

### Q: Can I display the number on the Check-in App too?

**A:** Yes. After creating the field, drag it onto the custom line (line 1 or line 2) in **In-person Check-in** > **Custom Line**.