Glide

How to implement conditional actions in Glide?

Discover how to add conditional actions to Glide apps effortlessly, boosting user interaction and functionality. Ideal for newbies and seasoned pros. Follow these simple, yet effective steps to elevate your Glide app experience without hassle.

Developer profile skeleton
a developer thinking

Overview

Implementing conditional actions in Glide gives your mobile app the ability to adapt and change based on user interactions and data updates. Create rules and set conditions to trigger specific actions. Utilize Glide's built-in tools such as visibility conditions, computed columns, and action scripts. These help customize user experiences for various situations. Offer personalized content, automate tasks, and build a more engaging and user-friendly app without diving deep into code. Learning how to set up these conditional actions is key to fully leveraging Glide's capabilities.

Get a Free No-Code Consultation
Meet with Will, CEO at Bootstrapped to get a Free No-Code Consultation
Book a Call
Will Hawkins
CEO at Bootstrapped

How to implement conditional actions in Glide?

Step 1: Open Glide App and Edit Your Project

  1. Head over to the Glide Apps website and log in to your account.
  2. Pick the project you want to add those nifty conditional actions to.

Step 2: Select the Component

  1. On the left sidebar, find the screen where your component lives.
  2. Click on the component that will trigger the conditional action. It could be a button, list item, or form—whatever you need.

Step 3: Configure the Component

  1. With the component selected, look to the right-hand panel to tweak the settings.
  2. Find the section called "Actions". It might have a different name depending on the component, like "Action Text", "On Submit", or "On Item Tap".

Step 4: Add Conditional Action

  1. Click on the action type dropdown menu and pick "Add Action".
  2. A new window will pop up, showing different actions you can add. Scroll down and click on "Conditional Actions" or "If-Else".

Step 5: Define Your Conditions

  1. In the conditional actions window, start setting up your conditions. For example, "If user is signed in", "If a specific value is true", etc.
  2. Click "Add Condition" to create a new one and repeat this for each condition you need.
  3. Use the dropdown menus to select fields and operators that define when each action will be triggered.

Step 6: Assign Actions Based on Conditions

  1. For each condition you've set, assign the corresponding action. Click on the "Then" section next to each condition.
  2. Choose the action to be performed, like "Show Notification," "Navigate to Screen," "Set Column Values," etc.

Step 7: Configure Default Action

  1. Optionally, set a default action for when none of the conditions are met. This is done in the "Else" section.
  2. Pick an appropriate action from the dropdown list.

Step 8: Save and Test Your Conditional Actions

  1. After setting all conditions and actions, click "Save" to lock in your settings.
  2. Go back to your Glide app interface and test the conditional actions by interacting with the component under various conditions.

This setup ensures that specified actions are triggered only when set conditions are met, enabling dynamic and context-sensitive behaviors within your Glide app.

Explore more Glide tutorials

Complete Guide to Glide: Tutorials, Tips, and Best Practices

Explore our Glide tutorials directory - an essential resource for learning how to create, deploy and manage robust server-side applications with ease and efficiency.

Why are companies choosing Bootstrapped?

40-60%

Faster with no-code

Nocode tools allow us to develop and deploy your new application 40-60% faster than regular app development methods.

90 days

From idea to MVP

Save time, money, and energy with an optimized hiring process. Access a pool of experts who are sourced, vetted, and matched to meet your precise requirements.

1 283 apps

built by our developers

With the Bootstrapped platform, managing projects and developers has never been easier.

hero graphic

Our capabilities

Bootstrapped offers a comprehensive suite of capabilities tailored for startups. Our expertise spans web and mobile app development, utilizing the latest technologies to ensure high performance and scalability. The team excels in creating intuitive user interfaces and seamless user experiences. We employ agile methodologies for flexible and efficient project management, ensuring timely delivery and adaptability to changing requirements. Additionally, Bootstrapped provides continuous support and maintenance, helping startups grow and evolve their digital products. Our services are designed to be affordable and high-quality, making them an ideal partner for new ventures.

Engineered for you

1

Fast Development: Bootstrapped specializes in helping startup founders build web and mobile apps quickly, ensuring a fast go-to-market strategy.

2

Tailored Solutions: The company offers customized app development, adapting to specific business needs and goals, which ensures your app stands out in the competitive market.

3

Expert Team: With a team of experienced developers and designers, Bootstrapped ensures high-quality, reliable, and scalable app solutions.

4

Affordable Pricing: Ideal for startups, Bootstrapped offers cost-effective development services without compromising on quality.

5

Supportive Partnership: Beyond development, Bootstrapped provides ongoing support and consultation, fostering long-term success for your startup.

6

Agile Methodology: Utilizing agile development practices, Bootstrapped ensures flexibility, iterative progress, and swift adaptation to changes, enhancing project success.

Yes, if you can dream it, we can build it.