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Undo / Redo Actions

Undo and redo actions like adding, editing, or deleting records

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Written by Emma Montgomery
Updated over a week ago

With this tool, you can easily reverse or reapply actions like adding, editing, or deleting records, ensuring a smooth workflow with fewer errors.

Plan Availability

All plan types

Permissions

General Access, Solution Creators

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What You Can Undo/Redo

You can undo or redo the following actions in SmartSuite:

  • Record Creation

  • Record Updates

  • Record Deletion

  • Bulk Field Updates

  • Bulk Record Duplication

  • Bulk Record Deletion

  • Bulk Paste from Clipboard

Limits of Undo/Redo

  • SmartSuite stores the last 20 actions you performed.

  • Actions older than the last 20 cannot be undone or redone.


How to Undo Your Actions

Mistakes happen, and SmartSuite's Undo feature is here to help. After performing actions like saving, editing, or deleting records, a notification (toast message) appears in the bottom-right corner of your screen. This message includes an Undo button for immediate reversal.

Toast Message Undo

  • Appears after bulk actions, such as pasting into the grid or using the bulk change toolbar.

  • Click the Undo button to reverse the action.

Hotkeys for Undo

For individual actions, like inline editing, toast messages aren’t displayed. Instead, use these keyboard shortcuts:

  • Mac: Command + Z

  • Windows: Ctrl + Z


How to Redo Your Actions

Need to reapply an action you just undid? Use the Redo function:

  • Mac: Shift + Command + Z

  • Windows: Shift + Ctrl + Z

The Redo function restores the prior value or action you reversed.


Two Convenient Methods

SmartSuite offers flexibility with two ways to use Undo/Redo:

  1. Toast Message: Perfect for bulk actions. After performing a bulk action, a toast message will confirm the operation and provide an Undo button for quick reversal.

  2. Hotkeys: Ideal for maintaining a seamless workflow. Use the keyboard shortcuts to undo or redo actions efficiently, especially when working in Grid View.


Practical Scenarios and Use Cases

1. Correcting Bulk Updates

Scenario: You accidentally paste incorrect data into multiple fields.

Solution: Use the Undo button in the toast message or Ctrl + Z / Command + Z to reverse the bulk paste.

2. Fixing Record Deletions

Scenario: A record is mistakenly deleted during a project update.

Solution: Press Ctrl + Z / Command + Z to restore the deleted record immediately.

3. Reapplying Changes

Scenario: You undo a bulk action but later realize it was correct.

Solution: Use the Redo function (Shift + Ctrl + Z / Shift + Command + Z) to reapply the changes.


With the Undo/Redo feature, you can confidently make edits, paste data, or duplicate records without fear of permanent mistakes. Enjoy a more efficient and error-free experience with SmartSuite!

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