Create or Update

The Create or Update Card (create_or_update) operation allows checking if a card already exists in the system. If the card is found, its data is updated. If it does not exist, a new card is

🎯 What does this operation do?

This operation ensures that card records are managed efficiently, preventing duplicates and keeping the data always up to date.

βœ… If the card already exists β†’ Updates the card information with the new data. βœ… If the card does not exist β†’ Creates a new card in the system with the provided data.

The operation allows filling and updating information such as: βœ… Card name βœ… Description βœ… List within the board βœ… Responsible user βœ… Associated tags βœ… Expected completion date βœ… Custom fields


πŸ“‚ How to Configure the "Create or Update" Operation

1️⃣ Access the Component

  1. In Hablla Studio, open the automation flow where you want to create or update a card.

  2. Add the Cards.

  3. In right side panel, select the operation "Create or Update".


2️⃣ Set the Identification Rule

To determine if a card already exists, the system can use one of the following methods:

πŸ”Ή Filter by ID β†’ Uses a unique identifier to find the card in the system. πŸ”Ή Filter by Query β†’ Searches for a card based on specific parameters such as name, status, or tags.


3️⃣ Fill in the Required Fields

  • Workspace ID β†’ Identifier of the workspace where the card will be created or updated.

  • Card Name β†’ Name of the card to be created or updated.

If you are using Filter by ID, it is necessary to provide:

  • Card ID β†’ Unique identifier of the card.

If you are using Filter by Query, you can define:

  • Associated tags

  • Card status

  • Responsible user


4️⃣ Choose the Fields to Be Updated (Optional)

If the card already exists, you can configure which fields should be modified:

πŸ”Ή Card Name πŸ”Ή Description πŸ”Ή Board and List πŸ”Ή Assignee (User) πŸ”Ή Tags πŸ”Ή Expected Date πŸ”Ή Followers πŸ”Ή Custom Fields

Additionally, you can define the update rule: πŸ”Έ Oldest β†’ Keeps the data from the first record found. πŸ”Έ Most Recent β†’ Keeps the data from the last updated record.


5️⃣ Save the Configuration

After filling in the desired fields, click the button "Save" βœ….

Now, whenever this automation is triggered, the system will create a new card or automatically update an existing one.


πŸ“Œ Usage Example in an Automation Flow

πŸ“Š Scenario: Create a flow where a new lead is recorded and associated with a card on the opportunities board.

1️⃣ Block 1 β†’ Capture a new lead via form. 2️⃣ Block 2 β†’ Check if a card with the same name already exists. 3️⃣ Block 3 β†’ If it exists, update the lead information on the card. 4️⃣ Block 4 β†’ If it does not exist, automatically create a new card.

πŸš€ Result: The system ensures there are no duplicates and keeps the card always updated with the most recent lead information.


πŸŽ‰ Conclusion

The operation Create or Update Card in the Hablla Studio is a powerful feature to keep a workflow organized and avoid duplicate records.

If you need more support, contact our team! πŸš€

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