Parameter types and field options
The parameters section in a template defines the form fields that users complete before execution. Each property in parameters.properties renders as a form field.
This section documents the available types, widgets, and validation options you can use when building custom templates.
- Supported parameter types
Templates support standard Backstage parameter types and widgets. Self-service automation portal adds Ansible Automation Platform-specific field types for resource selection and authentication. - AAP resource picker fields
Useui:field: AAPResourcePickerto let users select Ansible Automation Platform resources by name. Self-service automation portal queries the Ansible Automation Platform API and displays available resources in a picker.