How to enable update mode

1

Connect to your database

On your Fillout form, navigate to Integrate in the top menu to connect to your preferred database. In this example, we’ll choose Airtable.Screenshot 2025-09-24 at 7.00.27 PM.png
2

Add the linked record field

Once connected, fields from your database will appear in the left-hand panel. Drag and drop the linked record field to your form.Screenshot 2025-09-24 at 7.03.57 PM.png
3

Allow editing records

Click the gear icon to open the right-hand panel. Then, toggle the Allow editing records switch.Screenshot 2025-09-24 at 7.04.09 PM.pngTo edit the form used when creating linked records, simply click Edit subform.
4

Publish and share your form

Click Publish in the upper right corner and share or embed your form.Screenshot 2025-09-24 at 7.04.48 PM.pngThat’s it! Now, respondents, can update linked records in your database quickly with your Fillout form.

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