Build apps with your database

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Create an app

1

Open your Zite database

Choose a database from the dashboard.

2

Go to Apps page

On the top of your database, click Apps followed by + Create.

3

Describe your App

Enter a prompt and be as specific as possible.

4

Edit your App

Your app is now ready to be used! Click Preview to test it. If needed, ask the AI to make changes using the chat box in the lower-left corner, or use selective edits.You can also change the theme or design of your app. Check out this quick guide.

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Deploy and share

Click Publish in the upper right corner to share or embed your app.

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Connect a database to your existing app

1

Open your Zite app

Navigate to your app in the Zite builder.

2

Connect database

Click Database in the top menu followed by Connect to database.Select an existing Zite Database or create a new one.

3

Review and edit

You’ll see a preview of the tables and columns that it will generate. Here, you can add more tables +.You can also add fields to existing tables +. Enter a name on the left and choose the type on the right. For choice fields (e.g., Single select or Multiple select) open field settings to add the options.

4

Deploy

That’s it! Your database is now ready to be used. Display records, create forms, or build custom interfaces. Publish your app to reflect the recent changes.

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Working with database data

• Display records: Show your database records in tables, lists, or cards
• Create forms: Build forms that add new records to your database
• Update records: Edit existing records through your app interface
• Filter and search: Let users find specific records
• Use relationships: Display linked records across tables

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