Enum

Enum detection helps DataLoam identify fields that behave like enums, even when the database does not define them as formal enum types.

What counts as enum-like

A field is enum-like when it usually contains a small set of repeated values. Common examples include:

• status
• payment_status
• role
• priority
• type

Why it matters

When DataLoam understands enum-like fields, AI can generate more accurate filters and explanations. For example, it can prefer known values such as shipped or refunded instead of guessing a value that does not exist.

Local context

Enum-like values are part of the Database Index context DataLoam uses to keep query help grounded in your real schema.