how can I change the data used in the pdf template preview?

AI generated answer (using internal Slack threads):

To change the data used in the PDF template preview, you can use the

beforeLoad

function in SuiteScript to add a custom field to the record. This custom field can then be picked up in the Advanced PDF template. Here's a simplified example:

javascript
function beforeLoad(context) {
    if (context.type !== context.UserEventType.VIEW) return;
    var newField = context.newRecord.addField({
        id: 'custpage_my_custom_field',
        label: 'My Custom Field',
        type: serverWidget.FieldType.TEXT
    });
    newField.defaultValue = 'My Custom Value';
}

In the Advanced PDF template, you can then reference this custom field like this:

xml
<#if record.custpage_my_custom_field?has_content>
    ${record.custpage_my_custom_field}
</#if>

This method works for both UI and server-side scripting. If you need to change the entire template based on a status or other condition, you can use the

N/render.transaction

function with the

formId

specified. Alternatively, you can create a custom form for each status and associate the PDF template to each of those forms. Then, use the appropriate form for the appropriate status to render the correct PDF without SuiteScript or workflow. ****** Disclaimer: This response was generated by an artificial intelligence assistant based on previous conversations from multiple Slack channels, and may contain inaccuracies or mistakes. ******