How to use custom states in workflows in Bubble.io?

Learn to use custom states in Bubble.io to enhance workflows, store temporary data, and create dynamic user experiences. Step-by-step guide included!

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Overview

Custom states in Bubble.io are crucial for crafting sophisticated workflows and dynamic user interactions. They let you store temporary data directly on elements and manipulate it during workflows without saving to the database. This guide will walk you through defining custom states, setting them in workflows, using their values in conditions, displaying them, and debugging. By mastering custom states, you can significantly enhance your app's performance, responsiveness, and overall user experience. Dive in to unlock the full potential of Bubble.io's workflow automation!

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How to use custom states in workflows in Bubble.io?

Understanding Custom States in Bubble.io Custom states are an essential part of building complex workflows in Bubble.io. They allow you to store temporary data directly on an element and manipulate it during workflows without saving it to the database. This is particularly useful for creating dynamic interactions and user experiences. Step-by-Step Guide to Using Custom States Define a Custom State

Select the element (e.g., a button, group, or text) where you want to define the custom state.
In the properties panel, click on the "i" icon to open the element inspector.
Scroll down to the "Custom states" section and click "Manage."
1. Click "Add a new state."
2. Enter a name for your custom state. This name will be used to reference the state in your workflows.
3. Choose the type of data the custom state will hold (e.g., Text, Number, Boolean, etc.).

Set the Custom State in a Workflow

Create a new workflow or edit an existing one.
Add an action to the workflow that you want to use to set the custom state.
1. In the workflow editor, click "Add an action" and choose "Element Actions" > "Set state."
2. In the "Element" dropdown, select the element where the custom state is defined.
3. In the "Custom state" dropdown, select the custom state you want to set.
4. In the "Value" field, enter the value you want to set. This could be static text, a dynamic expression, or the result of another action.

Using Custom State Values in Conditions

You can use the value of a custom state in various conditional statements and element properties.
1. For example, to show or hide an element based on the state, set up a condition in the element's property editor. Select "When this element is visible" or "When this element is hidden."
2. Click the "Define another condition" button and use the "Do a search for" or "This element's custom state" to create your condition.

Displaying Custom State Values

To display the value of a custom state in a text element, follow these steps:
1. Insert a text element on your page.
2. Click inside the text element to edit its content.
3. Use the "Insert Dynamic Data" feature to select the element that holds the custom state and choose the custom state from the dropdown menu.

Debugging and Testing

Use the Bubble debugger to test your workflows. You can inspect the current values of custom states in real-time by stepping through your workflow and checking the "Application States" section in the debugger.
Ensure that your workflows and conditions are properly set up to reflect the expected outcomes.

By following these steps, you can effectively use custom states in Bubble.io to enhance your application's workflow automation and user interaction. The flexibility of custom states allows you to handle temporary data in a way that can significantly improve the responsiveness and functionality of your app.

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