When do client triggers occur?

Client triggers in NetSuite are designed to execute JavaScript code in response to user actions on a record form in real-time. These triggers occur specifically when users are creating or editing records, allowing for immediate feedback and dynamic changes based on user input.

For example, client triggers can be utilized to validate user entries, control field visibility, or manipulate data on the form before it is submitted. The emphasis on the creation and editing of records means that any interaction that modifies the record is an opportunity for client triggers to engage.

In contrast, scenarios like record viewing do not activate client triggers since they don't involve interaction that changes the state of the record. Form submission triggers are handled by server-side logic and do not utilize client triggers, which are focused on in-app user interactions. Similarly, workflow initiation is a separate process that deals with backend business logic rather than immediate user actions on a record form. This delineation clearly shows that client triggers are specifically intended for the creation and editing phases of record management.