Issue with default value when a repeat is controlled by 'relevant' option

[ArthurB]

I am having trouble with the 'default' option in one of my repeats, specifically when combined with the 'relevant' option. The following is a pared-down version of the template that I am working on:

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There is an overarching repeat with two repeats within it. The two sub-repeats are supposed to be similar from a functional perspective (a species list controlled by the "spc_list_control" option). The first repeat is the 'standard' version of the species list. As seen in the image below, the default option [1 = Short List] shows up correctly when the interview form is first opened.

The second repeat is optional and is controlled by the "No/Yes" question. If the option "Yes" is selected then the 'optional' species list is provided. However, the default value does not auto-populate in this instance.

I am wondering if I am doing something wrong with my template. The control options are specified in the same way and use the same source data (spc_list_control).

Thanks in advance.

[abureaux · Accepted solution]

The relevant column basically sets everything to null when hidden. Rather than relevant, try the body::esri:visible column. It works the same as relevant, but preserves all hidden data.

[ArthurB]

Thanks, that sorted out my issue!