How to Create a Manifest File in Odoo 18

The `__manifest__.py` file is mandatory for all Odoo 18 modules, acting as the metadata entry point to inform the server about the module. It is a Python dictionary defining essential keys like name, version, dependencies, and paths to configuration data, allowing the module to be loaded and installed correctly.

1. How to Create a Manifest File in Odoo 18? Enterprise

2. 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

3. Enterprise Inside your custom module folder, create a file named: __manifest__.py

4. Enterprise Add the following basic content:

5. Enterprise Let’s explain the 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.

6. Enterprise maintainer: The person 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.

7. Enterprise license: Defines the 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.

8. Enterprise installable: A boolean 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.

9. Enterprise This is how we can set up the manifest file correctly to build a reliable and functional custom module in Odoo 18. Conclusion

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