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Tag records automatically with computed (select) fields

14 Apr 2025

Tag records automatically with computed (select) fields

Feature Update|14 Apr 2025

Tag records automatically with computed (select) fields

Tag records automatically with computed (select) fields

Effortlessly tag and classify your records based on other field values. The new Computed (Select) field automatically checks your data and applies the right label - so you always know which records need review or attention at a glance.

Why you'll love it:

  • Automatic Tagging
    No more manually assigning labels. Kinabase does the legwork for you, applying the right tag based on criteria you define.
  • Instant Visibility
    Coloured labels with icons make it easy to spot which records need action - like 'Needs Review' or 'Priority'.
  • Flexible Conditions
    Add as many conditions as you want. The Computed (Select) field updates itself whenever record data changes.

How to get started:

  1. Open Your Collection
    Go to Collections, choose the one you want, then click Configure → Fields.
  2. Add a New Field
    Click + Add Field, then scroll or search for Computed (select).
  3. Name Your Field
    Give it a title that helps your team instantly recognise what it does (e.g., 'Status', 'Review Required').
  4. Add Options
    • Define Label, pick an Icon and Colour.
    • Under Select this option if..., add your condition (e.g., 'If ID contains...').
    • You can add as many conditions as you need. If no condition applies the option is left unselected by de
  5. Save Your Changes
    Kinabase automatically evaluates each record and applies the relevant label - making your data easier to browse and manage.

Real-world benefits:

  • Keep Data Clean
    Instantly mark records missing key fields, so your team knows what needs attention.
  • Prioritise Important Work
    Highlight top tasks or urgent issues without manually sorting or searching.
  • Improve Team Efficiency
    Everyone sees consistent, automatically updated labels - no guesswork or outdated tags.

Try out Computed (Select) today and let Kinabase take care of intelligently labelling your records. It's a smart, streamlined way to keep track of what matters most in your data.

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