How to Create a Manifest File in Odoo 18

How to Create a Manifest File in Odoo 18

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  How to Createa Manifest File in Odoo 18? Enterprise
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  Enterprise In Odoo 18,every module needs a special file called __manifest__.py. This file contains the module’s metadata—like its name, version, category, and summary. It acts as a configuration file that allows Odoo to recognize and load the module properly. Introduction
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  Enterprise ● Inside yourcustom module folder, create a file named: __manifest__.py
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  Enterprise ● Add thefollowing basic content:
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  Enterprise ● Let’s explainthe commands. ○ name: The display name of the module. ○ version: Indicates the current version of the module. ○ summary: A brief one-line overview of what the module does. ○ description: A more detailed explanation of the module’s features and functionality. ○ category: The classification category used to group the module in the Apps menu. ○ author: The individual or organization that developed the module. ○ company: The name of the company associated with the module.
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  Enterprise ○ maintainer: Theperson or team responsible for maintaining the module. ○ website: The URL pointing to the module's or maintainer’s website. ○ depends: A list of other modules that this module relies on to work properly. ○ data: XML or CSV files that are loaded during module installation or update. These usually include views, security rules, and predefined data. ○ assets: Specifies static files like CSS, JavaScript, images, or fonts used in the module. ○ images: Lists image file paths that represent the module, typically used in the Apps view.
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  Enterprise ○ license: Definesthe licensing terms under which the module is shared or distributed. LGPL-3: Flexible, allows private use and modification. AGPL-3: Requires source code sharing when used over a network. GPL-3: Strong copyleft; modifications must be open if redistributed. OEEL-1: Odoo’s proprietary license for Enterprise modules.
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  Enterprise ○ installable: Aboolean value indicating whether the module can be installed. ○ application: A boolean flag to mark whether the module is a full standalone application. ○ auto_install: When set to True, the module installs automatically if its dependencies are met.
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  Enterprise This is howwe can set up the manifest file correctly to build a reliable and functional custom module in Odoo 18. Conclusion
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