Formula URL - Add Record fid's
Hi All, Quick question as this would really speed up some work - When creating a formula URL (button) to add a new record in another table and copy the following fields, do you need to use the ac...
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There is no native way to do this within QB that I could find. Sharon's CTRL+Shift+Space tip is the best option on time savings when writing the formulas. Another option is to use Automations as well, it takes away most of the typing in formula writing in creating new records. I have replaced almost all of my buttons to create new records with automations.
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jason johnson
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jason johnson
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- I figured as much, but I wanted to be sure there wasn't a quicker way.
Thanks, Everyone!
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Chris
------------------------------ - Hi Jason,
I'm glad you found the CTRL+Shift+Space option helpful. Automations can be a good option too, but there are often reasons to choose Buttons over Automations and vice versa.
I created a video breaking down the differences to consider.
https://www.quickbasejunkie.com/automations-vs-apis
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Sharon Faust (QuickBaseJunkie.com)
Founder, Quick Base Junkie
https://quickbasejunkie.com
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