The Insert Data block enables you to add values into your workflow, either by inserting into table columns or creating variables. This is perfect for setting up initial data or creating dynamic values during automation.

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Inputs

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☐ Description (Optional)

A brief note explaining what data you’re inserting.
Good Examples:
  • “Add customer details to table”
  • “Set default configuration values”
  • “Initialize counter variables”

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☐ Data Type (Required)

Choose where to insert your data:

Table Columns

Description: Add data to specific columns in a table.Features:    ☐ Insert multiple values at once    ☐ Data added as new rows    ☐ Supports all data typesExample Use Case: Adding customer name and email to a contacts table

Variables

Description: Create and assign values to variables.Features:    ☐ Create new variables    ☐ Assign dynamic values    ☐ Reference in later stepsExample Use Case: Setting a counter variable to track iterations

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Usage Examples

1. Customer Data

TypeTable
Columnsname, email
ValuesJohn, john@email.com
Add new customer details to contacts table

2. Configuration

TypeVariables
NamesmaxRetries, delay
Values3, 1000
Set configuration variables for workflow

3. Product Details

TypeTable
Columnsid, name, price
Values101, Widget, 29.99
Add new product to inventory table

4. Counter Setup

TypeVariables
Namescounter, total
Values0, 100
Initialize counter variables for tracking

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Notes

  • Use descriptive variable names for better readability
  • Ensure table column names match exactly
  • Only add the data you need to avoid workflow bloat
  • Consider using variables for values you’ll modify later