• SUCCESS
  • FOUND
  • VERIFIED
  • HUMAN

How to add new data entries with your AI

Connect Retable once. After that, your agent handles the data entry for you.

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Short answer

How can I add new rows to Retable using my AI?

Your agent uses the Retable MCP to locate your project and table, then inserts the data you provide. You'll see how the agent maps your chat to specific columns in the breakdown below.

The results.

Where your data lands.

The agent maps your chat to the correct columns.

SUCCESS

New rows created

The agent uses create_record to add your information. Your table updates immediately with the new entry.

FOUND

Correct table target

The agent identifies the right project and table. This ensures your data doesn't end up in the wrong place.

VERIFIED

Data is confirmed

The agent checks the table to make sure the row was added. You get confirmation that the task finished.

HUMAN

Missing info check

If you forget a required field, the agent stops and asks you for it. You decide when the entry is ready.

The workflow

What your AI does when the data arrives.

The agent follows a specific sequence to ensure the data matches your Retable structure.

  1. Find the project

    The agent looks through your account to find the specific Retable project you mentioned.

    list_projects

  2. Identify the table

    The agent pulls the table details to see what columns are available for your data.

    get_table

  3. Map the fields

    The agent matches your text to the column names in the table.

    get_table

  4. Write the row

    The agent sends the final data to Retable to create the new record.

    create_record

Try it

Copy these to start.

Use these prompts to trigger the Retable actions.

Starting points

Swap out the project and table names for your own.

Retable Connector

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

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_X91AuQv858pXn8isDT9V12prRCAmmasTd9J20AeG/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 — Retable capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "retable-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_X91AuQv858pXn8isDT9V12prRCAmmasTd9J20AeG/mcp"
    }
  }
}
Copy into chat04

  • Add a new row to my 'Client List' table with the name Alice Smith.

  • Create a record in the 'Inventory' table for a new shipment of blue pens.

  • Find my 'Marketing' project and tell me what tables are in it.

  • Add a row to the 'Tasks' table with the priority set to high.

  • Claude
  • ChatGPT
  • Cursor
  • VS Code
  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

Start here

Connect Retable once, then ask.

One connection is all you need. Your login stays encrypted on our side, and you can start working immediately.

Connect Retable to your AI

FAQ

How this task behaves

  • 01

    Can the AI delete rows in my Retable table?

    No. The agent can only list projects, get table info, and create new records.

  • 02

    Can the AI update an existing row?

    No. The agent is limited to creating new entries; it cannot edit or delete existing data.

  • 03

    Does the AI know my column names automatically?

    Yes. The agent uses get_table to read your table structure before it tries to add data.

  • 04

    What happens if I don't specify a table name?

    The agent will use list_projects to find a likely match or ask you to clarify which table to use.

  • 05

    Can the AI create a brand new table for me?

    No. The agent can only add rows to tables that already exist in your projects.

  • More questions about Retable? The Connector page answers them. See everything the Retable Connector can do

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