Glide

How to use Glide’s inline list feature effectively?

Discover the secret to mastering Glide's inline list feature and make organizing and displaying app data a breeze. Boost your app's user experience and interface design by leveraging this efficient tool.

Developer profile skeleton
a developer thinking

Overview

Mastering Glide’s inline list feature can really kick your app’s user experience up a notch. This handy tool lets you show lists within lists, bringing a dynamic, interactive element to how you present data. Use inline lists well, and you create cleaner layouts, streamline navigation, and make info easier for users to get to. The next sections will dive into practical tips and best practices to help squeeze the most out of this powerful tool, ensuring your app is both functional and visually appealing.

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 use Glide’s inline list feature effectively?

Step 1: Open Glide and Select Your App

  1. Head over to Glide and log in.
  2. Pick the app where you want to add the inline list feature, or just create a new one.

Step 2: Navigate to the Layout Editor

  1. Inside your app, click on the tab where you want to add the inline list.
  2. Open the Layout Editor by hitting the “+” button to add a new component.

Step 3: Add the Inline List Component

  1. In the Layout Editor, scroll down until you find the “Inline List” component.
  2. Click on “Inline List” to add it to your layout.

Step 4: Configure Data Source

  1. In the properties panel on the right, go to the "Data" tab.
  2. Choose the sheet or data source that has the info you want to show in the inline list.

Step 5: Customize Layout

  1. Head over to the "Layout" tab in the properties panel.
  2. Pick the layout style that fits your needs (List, Tiles, Grid, Cards, etc.).
  3. Adjust the style settings like title, image, details, etc., based on the layout you chose.

Step 6: Add Filters

  1. Switch to the "Filter" tab in the properties panel.
  2. Add filters to narrow down the items shown in the inline list.
  3. Set the filter criteria to show only the relevant data.

Step 7: Set Sorting Preferences

  1. In the same "Filter" tab, scroll to the "Sort" section.
  2. Pick the column you want to sort the items by.
  3. Choose ascending or descending order based on what you need.

Step 8: Configure Actions

  1. Go to the "Action" tab in the properties panel.
  2. Select the action you want when someone clicks an item in the inline list (Show Details Screen, Open Link, Edit Item, etc.).
  3. Configure the action settings as needed.

Step 9: Preview and Test

  1. Use Glide’s device preview to see how the inline list looks on different devices.
  2. Test the inline list to make sure filters, sorting, and actions are working as expected.

Step 10: Save and Publish

  1. After checking that everything works fine, click on “Save” to apply the changes.
  2. Publish your app so the inline list is available to users.

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.