What is Zoho Tables?

It's an easy-to-use no-code work management tool that seamlessly connects people, processes and information.

Why should I use Zoho Tables?

Which industries can benefit from Zoho Tables

Why should I switch to Zoho Tables?

A few picked points to why you should consider switching to Zoho Tables. 

1. All-in-one tool - To organize, track, automate and share information on work. At a scale.
2. Personalized yet cohesive - Get a personalised view of your data without disrupting your team's configuration. While each view remembers its settings, the underlying data is always in sync.
3. The power of RDBMS - Establish powerful relationships, link your records, and build a highly functional and seamlessly connected database, enabling a single source of truth.
4. Level up as you move forward - Work with the tool that evolves with your team by adapting to its needs in building qualitative solutions.
5.  Highly versatile - Solve any industry or functional needs without limiting to a specific domain.
6.  Save time & effort - Experience powerful visualizations, workflows and automation without writing a single line of code.
7. Never miss a thing - Stay on top of deadlines through timely notifications.
8. Have complete control over your team's operations with no IT expertise and time investment.

Is Zoho Tables free?

How can I access Zoho Tables?

Just log on to: https://tables.zoho.com/earlyaccess to request for an early access.

How many tables can I have in Zoho Tables?

The tables count depends on your usage plan. 

Can I have a blank table or should I import my data to organise?

You can do both. You can create a table in two ways. 

1. + Add Table - creates a blank table.
2. Import table 

1. My file - imports a CSV data to Zoho Tables.
2. Link (URL) - imports tabulated data from any link.
   
3. Choose files from the cloud.

You can also use keyboard short-cuts to copy and paste the data from other spreadsheets to any table in Zoho Tables.

Can multiple people edit a table at the same time?

Yes, Zoho Tables is a collaborative space, and permits user addition to portals, workspaces, and bases. All the users added with a read-write permission can edit a table while you edit. To add and remove users, and know their permission levels, checkout this Link.

Can I connect different tables?

Yes, you can. We have the option Link tables just for that. Records of one table can be connected to records of another table within a base. When you pull data from one table, all its connected parts are pulled together in meaningful ways.

My fields are getting crowded in my grid. What can I do about it? 

In such cases, we recommend you to hide some fields from your view. 

To hide fields,

• Click the Manage button from the top bar, and choose Hide.
• All the fields in your current table will be listed in a dialogue box.
• Click on the fields you wish to hide. The fields are now hidden.

Are there specific column types in Zoho Tables?

Yes, there are specific Column Types otherwise known as Field Types. In Zoho Tables, we call the columns as fields, and they can store a rich variety of data types - not just texts.  We have field types for images, URLs, currencies, ratings, check boxes, single select, multi select, and many more. We have documented the Field Types in detail here. 

How do I add calculations in Zoho Tables?

By using the Formula field type. This field type involves arithmetic, logical, and functional operations. Apply it to a field referencing it to other records in the table. It computes value based on the chosen operation.

Does Zoho Tables save automatically?

Yes, your entries in Zoho Tables are auto saved. You need not worry about saving.     

Can I delete or retrieve entries in Zoho Tables?

Yes, you can delete entries from your records using the short cuts keys, or by choosing the Delete option from the drop down menus, one by one or all in one go. To retrieve your deleted entries immediately, click undo.

Can I have different views in Zoho Tables?

Yes, you can configure different views. Views are one of the major features of Zoho Tables. It's important to see data in different prospectives to gather new insights. Tables help you do exactly that through Grid View, Gallery View, Kanban View, Calendar View, and the Form View. We have documented the different types of Views. Click here to read more. 

How do I create a new view in Zoho Tables?

To create a new view you can click on the + Add View icon on the top left of the view bar. Choose the view you wish to create from the View panel that opens. That's it, a new view of your data is created.

Can I switch from one view to another in Zoho Tables?

Yes, you can switch between views. Once you have created a view, you can switch to other views by selecting them from 'My Views' placed on the left end of the view bar. All the views you have created so far are listed one below the other.

Can I share my Zoho Tables?

Yes, you can share your tables with others in your organisation. Zoho Tables is a collaborative space, and permits user addition to portals, workspaces, and bases. So to share data, you can either add the user to the respective bases, workspaces, or portal with read-write, read-only permission, download a table, or a Base, and share the data file through email, or other attachment means. 

Can I see changes made to Zoho Tables?

Yes, all the changes you or your collaborators make within Zoho Tables are saved for your reference in your activity log. 

Can you print from Zoho tables?

Yes, you can print your table. Click the print icon on the top right of your base page. Choose your properties and print. In this section we have documented the steps involved in printing, have a read. 

How do I apply filters to my tables?

To apply a filter, click the Filter icon from the view bar. You will get something like, "Begin by applying a filter" on your first filtering. Proceed to click the "Add Filter" button and choose a filter field, respective filter operator, and a comparison value. Remember, applying filters only hides the records, and does not delete them.

Can I download my data in Zoho Tables?

Yes, you can download a table from a base in XLS / XLSX or download the entire base itself as a CSV, XLS or XLSX file. 

Can I import files to Zoho Tables?

Yes, any file with formats .xls, .xlss, .xlsm, .csv, .tsv, .ods, .mdb, .accdb can be imported to your base - either as a new table or as a continuation to any existing table.  Click to read the procedures to Import files. 

How does Zoho Tables keep my data secure?

Ensuring privacy is our top priority, so when you use Zoho Tables be assured your data is protected with a 256-bitSSL connection. 

Is Zoho Tables a CRM?

Tables is a flexible platform that suits every business needs and almost every aspect of daily life. So, it can be used to organise any data, be it a CRM, project, individual task and so on.

Does Zoho Tables have a simple (non-database) table?

No, this is not included in our current plan. 

Is there a way to merge cells in a Zoho Table?

No, not in our current plan. What we present is actually a database in the shape of a spreadsheet, so each record represents a database entry. 

Can I use Zoho Tables offline?

No, not at the moment. However, when you lose internet connection while editing your Zoho Tables, you'll get a notification message saying "Hold on while your internet reconnects".

What are the Operating systems supported by Zoho Tables?

• Windows 10, Windows 8, 8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Server 2008 and later
• Linux
• Unix
• Mac

What is the Hardware Environment supported by Zoho Tables?

Processor: x86 or x64, RAM : 512 MB (minimum), 1 GB (recommended), Hard Disc: Free space of up-to 3 GB required

With what web browsers is Zoho Tables compatible?

Zoho Tables is compatible with all the major browsers which includes the following -

• Mozilla Firefox (Version 55+),
• Microsoft Edge (Version 12+), 
• Google Chrome (Version 55+), 
• Opera (Version 50+), 
• Safari (Version 9+)