Efficiently Creating Large Data Stores in Make.com

Creating a data store with a small number of records is a straightforward task. But what if you need to create a data store with, say, 1000 records? How can you do it quickly and efficiently? This is a common challenge faced by many Make.com users, and in this blog post, we'll walk you through a step-by-step solution.

Problem

The problem arises when you want to create a data store with a large number of records. For instance, you might want to create a data store where 1000 names will be stored. Doing this manually can be time-consuming and inefficient.

Solution

The solution to this problem is to use the Add a Record module in Make.com. This module allows you to add records or rows individually in a flow. It's a fast process, and even for 1000 records, it will only take a few seconds.

However, there's a catch. If you need the key to look like 1,2,3, etc., but a meaningless character set is automatically generated, you can map value to the key to set your desired key value for each record. If you leave it blank, then the system will generate it automatically.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you've already run all your 1000 records with the wrong key, you'll have to redo them. To avoid this, always map value to the key before running your records.

Another tip is to add a column to your Google Sheets doc that is a continuous count up (1, 2, 3, etc.). Then map that column to the Key field when creating the record. This can save you operations and make the process more efficient.

Conclusion

Creating a data store with a large number of records doesn't have to be a daunting task. With the right tools and techniques, you can do it quickly and efficiently. Remember to always map value to the key to set your desired key value for each record, and consider adding a count up column to your Google Sheets doc to save operations. Happy data storing!

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