• SEARCH
  • EDIT
  • AUDIT
  • CONTROL

How to query and update database records with your AI

Connect Baserow to your AI client once. From then on, you can find and edit your database entries just by asking.

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Short answer

Can I use my AI to search and edit Baserow rows?

Yes. Your AI uses Baserow tools to locate specific rows and modify their values based on your instructions. You get direct control over your data through conversation.

Data outcomes

Where your data goes.

The AI performs these specific actions to manage your records.

SEARCH

Find specific rows

The AI scans your tables to find the exact records you need. You get the right data without manual filtering.

EDIT

Modify existing values

Your AI changes specific fields in the rows it finds. This keeps your information current through simple chat.

AUDIT

Verify single records

You can pull up the full details of one entry to check its accuracy. It's a fast way to inspect your database.

CONTROL

Human review

The AI identifies the rows to change, but you decide when to confirm the update. You stay in charge of the final result.

The workflow

What your AI does when you ask for data changes.

The AI follows a sequence of steps to turn your request into a database update.

  1. Locate rows

    The AI scans your Baserow tables to find rows that match your description.

    list_rows

  2. Inspect details

    It pulls the full content of a specific row to ensure it has the right context.

    get_row

  3. Update values

    The AI sends the new information to the specific row you identified.

    update_row

  4. Confirm changes

    The AI pulls the row again to verify the new data was saved correctly.

    get_row

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to begin interacting with your Baserow data.

Starting points

These are opening lines. Swap out the table and field names for your own Baserow setup.

Baserow Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Z34lWZ5owpWDpmV3OREMbmzFWjwcpZS743KcVKV7/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — Baserow capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "baserow-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Z34lWZ5owpWDpmV3OREMbmzFWjwcpZS743KcVKV7/mcp"
    }
  }
}
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  • Find all rows in my Inventory table where the status is 'out of stock'.

  • Change the price to 25.00 for the row in the Products table with ID 452.

  • Look up the contact details for 'Acme Corp' in my CRM sheet.

  • Update the shipping address for the order in the Logistics table matching order #9982.

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Start here

Connect Baserow once, then ask.

One link is all it takes. Your login stays encrypted on our side, and you can start using the tools immediately.

Connect Baserow to your AI

FAQ

How this task behaves.

  • 01

    Can the AI delete rows in my Baserow database?

    No. The tools only allow the AI to list, get, and update rows. It cannot delete any data.

  • 02

    Can the AI create new rows?

    No. The AI can only modify existing rows or find ones that already exist.

  • 03

    Will the AI change my data without my permission?

    No. The AI proposes the change in your chat, but you must confirm the action before it happens.

  • 04

    How does the AI find the right row to update?

    The AI uses the information you provide to find the row, then uses the row ID to target the update.

  • 05

    Can I use this with Claude or Cursor?

    Yes, as long as the client supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

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