issue: setValue() set field that dose noit exist in the form.

[JolianGof]

Version Number

7.45.4

Codesandbox/Expo snack

https://stackblitz.com/edit/stackblitz-starters-sou4kd?file=src%2FApp.js

Steps to reproduce

1. Go to 'App.js'
2. Click on 'setValue'
3. It going to show an text
4. See my issue

Expected behaviour

I would like to know if my usage is correct. I am using the setValue() function as shown in the code below. It seems to be working even though the field doesn't exist in the form.

What browsers are you seeing the problem on?

Chrome, Safari, Edge

Relevant log output

No response

Code of Conduct

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[Moshyfawn]

While calling setValue on a non-existent field may update its value initially, this is unsupported and could lead to unexpected behavior.

It will not create a new field when targeting a non-existing field.

To handle additional fields that are not "user-facing," use input type="hidden".

[JolianGof]

In our project, we use it to add additional state that we want to use across multiple components, much like a store.

I want aware that in future versions, it is anticipated to undergo changes? @Moshyfawn

[Moshyfawn]

What kind of state are you storing in the non-existent fields? It seems like it would be more appropriate to store your external state in a React state / context.

I can't promise you this behaviour is not going to change since this is not a supported RHF feature.