How to create dynamic lists from the database in Bubble.io?

Learn how to create dynamic lists from the database in Bubble.io with this step-by-step guide. Set up your database, design the frontend, configure repeating groups, and preview your app.

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Overview

Discover how to effortlessly create dynamic lists from your Bubble.io database with this step-by-step guide. Begin by structuring your database by creating data types and adding relevant fields. Next, manually input test data to ensure everything works seamlessly. Design your frontend by adding a Repeating Group element and configuring it to display your data dynamically. Enhance each cell with text, images, and other elements to show field data. Finally, preview and test to confirm everything functions perfectly.

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How to create dynamic lists from the database in Bubble.io?

Creating the Database Structure

Log in to your Bubble.io account and open your project, or create a new one.
Navigate to the “Data” tab found on the left sidebar.
Under the “Data Types” section, click “Create a New Type.” This will define the entity that you want to create a dynamic list for (e.g., “Products,” “Tasks,” etc.).
Give the new type a name and click “Create.”
Now, add fields for this type under “Fields.” Click “Create a New Field,” provide a name, choose the type (text, number, date, etc.), and save it.
Ensure you create all needed fields for your data type. For example, if you are setting up a Product list, you might add fields like “Product Name,” “Price,” “Category,” etc.

Adding Data for Testing

Under the “App Data” tab, manually add some test records for the new data type you’ve created. Click “New Entry” next to your data type.
Fill out the fields with relevant data and save each entry.

Designing the Frontend

Go to the “Design” tab on the left sidebar. Here, you will create the visual elements to display your dynamic list.
Drag a “Repeating Group” element from the Elements tab onto your page.
Click the repeating group to select it, then open the “Appearance” tab in the property editor.

Configuring the Repeating Group

In the “Type of Content” dropdown, choose the data type that you want to display in the list (e.g., “Products”).
In the “Data Source” field, define the dynamic data that will populate the list. Click the “Insert Dynamic Data” link and choose “Do a Search for...” Select your previously created data type. This will read from your Bubble database and populate the list dynamically.
Optionally, you can add constraints or sorting options to refine how the data is fetched and displayed. For example, you could sort products by price or filter tasks by due date.

Adding Elements to the Repeating Group Cells

Now, you need to add elements to each cell of the repeating group to display the fields of your data type.
Drag and drop various text elements, images, or other relevant elements into the repeating group cell.
Ensure that each of these elements is set to display dynamic data corresponding to the fields you created in the data type. For example, a text element can be set to display “Current cell's Product's Name.”

Preview and Test

Click the “Preview” button at the top-right corner of the Bubble editor to see your dynamic list in action.
Verify that all data appears correctly and that the repeating group is displaying data as expected.
If needed, go back to the Bubble editor and make adjustments to your repeating group, data fields, or layout to ensure everything is working correctly.

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