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Tables

A Tables Trigger is a workflow node that listens for specific events in your Boltic Tables. When the selected event occurs, the trigger activates the workflow, allowing you to automate actions like sending notifications, updating records, or integrating with other systems.

Boltic Tables

Supported Trigger Events​

The Tables Trigger supports the following events:

  1. New Record - Activates when a new row is added to the table.

    • Example: Send a confirmation email when a customer places a new order.

  2. Updated Record - Activates when an existing row is modified.

    • Example: Adjust inventory levels when an order status is updated.

  3. Deleted Record - Activates when a row is deleted from the table.

    • Example: Notify the admin if a record is removed.

  4. Column Updated -Activates when the cell value of a column is modified.

    • Example: Inform the team when the values of a column are updated.
    Boltic Tables Event

How to Set Up a Tables Trigger​

  1. Open Your Workflow

    • Navigate to the Workflows section in Boltic.
    • Create a new workflow or edit an existing one.

  2. Add a Tables Trigger Node

    • Drag and drop the Trigger Node onto the canvas.
    • Select Tables Trigger as the type of trigger.

  3. Configure the Tables Trigger

    • Choose the Boltic Tables you want to monitor.

    • Select the specific event to trigger the workflow:

      • New Record
      • Updated Record
      • Deleted Record
      • Column Updated

    • Optionally apply filters or conditions to refine the trigger.

      • Example: Only trigger when the “Status” column equals “Completed.”

  4. Test the Trigger

    • Simulate the selected event in your table to ensure the trigger works correctly.

  5. Connect Workflow Nodes

    • Link the Trigger Node to Activity Nodes to define the actions triggered by the event.

  6. Activate the Workflow

    • Save and publish the workflow to start automation.

Examples​

  1. Customer Order Notifications

    • Trigger: New Record in the “Orders” table.
    • Workflow: Send an email confirmation to the customer.

  2. Inventory Management

    • Trigger: Update Record in the “Orders” table.
    • Workflow: Adjust stock levels in the “Inventory” table.

  3. Tables Structure Monitoring

    • Trigger: Column Updated in the “Events” table.
    • Workflow: Notify the team when a column property is modified.

With the Tables Trigger, you can create real-time, event-driven workflows that keep your processes efficient and responsive to changes in your data.