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Advanced Custom Formula Fields
Formula fields just got a lot more powerful. Build the calculations your business actually needs.
What's New
We've expanded what you can do with calculated custom fields across Base.
New Functions
– CONCAT for combining text, IF for conditional logic, SUM for aggregating related records. Build formulas that actually match your business logic.Formula Chaining
– Formula fields can now reference other formula fields. Build complex calculations step by step.Better Performance
– We've optimized calculation speed, especially for formulas that reference large datasets.Improved Debugging
– When something goes wrong, error messages now tell you exactly what broke and where.Why It Matters
No more workarounds.
The calculation you need probably works now. Stop exporting to Excel just to do math.Real-time accuracy.
Formulas calculate automatically when data changes. No stale numbers.Self-service analytics.
Build the metrics you need without waiting for developer support.How to Try It
- Go to Settings → Custom Fields
- Create a new formula field
- Use the formula builder to construct your calculation
- Save and watch it populate across your records
The spreadsheet in Base is getting smarter.