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Summary:
Support update for SharePoint Framework Field Customizers in Lists and Document Libraries: The planned change has been postponed. Evaluation of retiring SPFx Field Customizers is ongoing. Organizations should consider transitioning to Column Formatting for better performance. No immediate impact, but future updates will be communicated in advance.
Details:
Updated June 24, 2025: We will not be proceeding with this change at this time. Thank you for your patience.
We are evaluating the retirement of the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Field Customizers feature from SharePoint Lists and Document Libraries. In many cases, we recommend alternatives like using Column Formatters and disabling SPFx Field customizers. This would help with better performance with modern experience that is continuously updated.
[When this will happen:]
We are currently assessing the timelines and will update this post as plans progress. You can be assured that it will be communicated well in advance, with ample time to manage transition effectively.
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2025-06-14
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2025-06-26
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summary for non-techies**
SharePoint is considering transitioning from SPFx Field Customizers to Column Formatting for visual customizations, as it offers a simpler and more efficient approach without the need for custom code, while other tools like Command Set Customizers and Application Customizers will remain unchanged.
Direct effects for Operations**
Retirement of SPFx Field Customizers
Field Customizers will no longer render custom code, leading to loss of custom functionalities in SharePoint Lists and Document Libraries.
- roles: SharePoint Administrators, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/declarative-customization/column-formatting, https://support.microsoft.com/office/0eccc64e-4512-47df-9da0-d855be22fb0a
Default Rendering of Column Data
Column data will display using the default rendering based on column type, which may not meet user expectations for customized views.
- roles: SharePoint Administrators, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/declarative-customization/column-formatting, https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/building-simple-field-customizer
Transition to Column Formatting
Organizations will need to transition to Column Formatting for visual customizations, requiring additional training and adjustment for users.
- roles: SharePoint Administrators, End Users
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/declarative-customization/column-formatting, https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/build-a-hello-world-extension
Impact on Third-Party Code Execution
For scenarios requiring third-party code execution, users may face limitations if they do not transition to Command Set Customizers or Application Customizers.
- roles: SharePoint Administrators, Developers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/building-simple-cmdset-with-dialog-api, https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/building-simple-field-customizer
User Experience Disruption
Users accustomed to custom functionalities may experience disruption and dissatisfaction due to the removal of SPFx Field Customizers.
- roles: End Users, SharePoint Administrators
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/declarative-customization/column-formatting, https://support.microsoft.com/office/0eccc64e-4512-47df-9da0-d855be22fb0a
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change history
| Date | Property | old | new |
| 2025-06-26 | MC Messages | Updated June 20, 2025: We will not be proceeding with this change at this time. Thank you for your patience.
We will be retiring the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Field Customizers feature from SharePoint Lists and Document Libraries. In many cases, we recommend alternatives like using Column Formatters and disabling SPFx Field customizers. This would help with better performance with modern experience that is continuously updated. [When this will happen:] We are currently assessing the timelines and will update this post as plans progress. You can be assured that it will be communicated well in advance, with ample time to manage transition effectively. | Updated June 24, 2025: We will not be proceeding with this change at this time. Thank you for your patience.
We are evaluating the retirement of the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Field Customizers feature from SharePoint Lists and Document Libraries. In many cases, we recommend alternatives like using Column Formatters and disabling SPFx Field customizers. This would help with better performance with modern experience that is continuously updated. [When this will happen:] We are currently assessing the timelines and will update this post as plans progress. You can be assured that it will be communicated well in advance, with ample time to manage transition effectively. |
| 2025-06-26 | MC How Affect | There is no impact to your organization as of now. In future depending on updated timelines, SharePoint Lists or Document Libraries with SPFx Field Customizers may get affected:
Field Customizers will no longer render custom code. Column data will display using the default rendering based on column type. Other SPFx extensions, such as Command Set Customizers and Application Customizers, will continue to function as expected. We recommend transitioning to Column Formatting for visual customizations. For scenarios requiring third-party code execution, continue using Command Set Customizers or Application Customizers. | There is no impact to your organization as of now. In future depending on updated timelines, SharePoint Lists or Document Libraries with SPFx Field Customizers may get affected:
Field Customizers will no longer render custom code. Column data will display using the default rendering based on column type. Other SPFx extensions, such as Command Set Customizers and Application Customizers, will continue to function as expected. We recommend transitioning to Column Formatting for visual customizations where possible. For scenarios requiring third-party code execution, continue using Command Set Customizers or Application Customizers. |
| 2025-06-26 | MC Last Updated | 06/20/2025 22:43:16 | 2025-06-25T21:32:46Z |
| 2025-06-26 | MC Summary | Support for SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Field Customizers in Lists and Document Libraries will be retired. Alternatives like Column Formatters are recommended for better performance. The timeline is being assessed, and organizations should plan their transition. Other SPFx extensions will continue to function. No immediate impact is expected. | Support update for SharePoint Framework Field Customizers in Lists and Document Libraries: The planned change has been postponed. Evaluation of retiring SPFx Field Customizers is ongoing. Organizations should consider transitioning to Column Formatting for better performance. No immediate impact, but future updates will be communicated in advance. |
| 2025-06-21 | MC prepare | Review your current use of Field Customizers and begin planning your transition.
Note: There will be no option to extend the use of Field Customizers beyond June 30, 2026. Additional information: Support update for SharePoint framework field customizers in lists and document libraries https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/declarative-customization/column-formatting https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/build-a-hello-world-extension https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/building-simple-cmdset-with-dialog-api https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/building-simple-field-customizer https://support.microsoft.com/office/0eccc64e-4512-47df-9da0-d855be22fb0a | Review your current use of Field Customizers and begin planning your transition.
Additional information: Support update for SharePoint framework field customizers in lists and document libraries https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/declarative-customization/column-formatting https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/build-a-hello-world-extension https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/building-simple-cmdset-with-dialog-api https://learn.microsoft.com/sharepoint/dev/spfx/extensions/get-started/building-simple-field-customizer https://support.microsoft.com/office/0eccc64e-4512-47df-9da0-d855be22fb0a |
| 2025-06-21 | MC MessageTagNames | User impact, Admin impact, Retirement | Updated message, User impact, Admin impact, Retirement |
| 2025-06-21 | MC Summary | SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Field Customizers will be retired from SharePoint Lists and Document Libraries on June 30, 2026. Organizations should transition to Column Formatting for visual customizations. Other SPFx extensions will continue to function. There will be no option to extend the use of Field Customizers beyond the retirement date. | Support for SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Field Customizers in Lists and Document Libraries will be retired. Alternatives like Column Formatters are recommended for better performance. The timeline is being assessed, and organizations should plan their transition. Other SPFx extensions will continue to function. No immediate impact is expected. |
| 2025-06-21 | MC Last Updated | 06/13/2025 23:53:19 | 2025-06-20T22:43:16Z |
| 2025-06-21 | MC Messages | We will be retiring the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Field Customizers feature from SharePoint Lists and Document Libraries on June 30, 2026. Moving forward, we recommend using Column Formatting, where we will continue to invest in new capabilities and improvements.
[When this will happen:] This change will take effect on June 30, 2026. | Updated June 20, 2025: We will not be proceeding with this change at this time. Thank you for your patience.
We will be retiring the SharePoint Framework (SPFx) Field Customizers feature from SharePoint Lists and Document Libraries. In many cases, we recommend alternatives like using Column Formatters and disabling SPFx Field customizers. This would help with better performance with modern experience that is continuously updated. [When this will happen:] We are currently assessing the timelines and will update this post as plans progress. You can be assured that it will be communicated well in advance, with ample time to manage transition effectively. |
| 2025-06-21 | MC Action Required By | 06/30/2026 09:00:00 | |
| 2025-06-21 | MC Title | Support Update for SharePoint Framework Field Customizers in Lists and Document Libraries | (Updated) Support Update for SharePoint Framework Field Customizers in Lists and Document Libraries |
| 2025-06-21 | MC How Affect | If your organization uses SharePoint Lists or Document Libraries with SPFx Field Customizers, please note the following impacts after the retirement date:
Field Customizers will no longer render custom code. Column data will display using the default rendering based on column type. Other SPFx extensions, such as Command Set Customizers and Application Customizers, will continue to function as expected. We recommend transitioning to Column Formatting for visual customizations. For scenarios requiring third-party code execution, continue using Command Set Customizers or Application Customizers. | There is no impact to your organization as of now. In future depending on updated timelines, SharePoint Lists or Document Libraries with SPFx Field Customizers may get affected:
Field Customizers will no longer render custom code. Column data will display using the default rendering based on column type. Other SPFx extensions, such as Command Set Customizers and Application Customizers, will continue to function as expected. We recommend transitioning to Column Formatting for visual customizations. For scenarios requiring third-party code execution, continue using Command Set Customizers or Application Customizers. |
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