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How frequently is the database scanned for “changes” in properties?

Database automations work over a three second window. For example, within this three second window, a user can remove a trigger and delete any changes, resulting in no property change to the automation.

Do automations work on pages in the entire database, or pages in a single database view?

Either one. During the creation process, you can specify if the automation should run on pages in the entire database, or in a specific view. If any filters in that view change, the automation will then apply to the adjusted list of pages.

Can guests with full access to a database create automations?

Unfortunately, guests can't create database automations.

Why isn’t my database automation triggering?

If your database automation isn’t triggering, it could be because:

  • The automation is set to be triggered by another automation. Automations can’t currently trigger other automations. Try using a different, non-automated trigger instead.

  • The page no longer matches a view’s filters after it’s edited. Automations only run if the page still matches the view when the trigger occurs.

  • The database is locked.

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