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Rollup Fields on Workspaces

What Are Rollup Fields and how to use them

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Written by Habib Ullah
Updated over a week ago

Rollup Fields enable you to aggregate and summarize list data inside Nexl Workspaces. They give a quick “overview” metric from granular list-level data, like counting RSVPs marked “Yes” or summing specific numeric fields.


🔧 Key Capabilities:

  • Aggregation Types:

    • Count rows that meet specified conditions (e.g., RSVP = Yes).

    • Count rows added by a specific user (e.g., "John the Partner").

  • Live Syncing:

    • Automatically updates when list data changes (e.g., when a user updates RSVP status).

  • UI Controls:

    • Create new rollup fields.

    • Rename or delete existing rollup fields.

    • Note: You cannot edit a rollup field’s condition after creation — delete and recreate if needed.

  • Display on Pages:

    • Use /rollupfield command on Nexl pages to show aggregated data directly in a workspace overview.


📝 How to Create a Rollup Field:

1️⃣ Initiate Creation:

  • Go to the Worksapce.

  • Under Actions, Click Rollup Fields → Add Rollup Field.

2️⃣ Configure:

  • Provide a name (e.g., RSVP Count).

  • Select the list in the workspace to aggregate from. You can choose any contact/company/generic/activity or workspace opportunity list

  • Define condition (e.g., RSVP = Yes):

    • Note: You must press “Enter” after typing a condition so it registers correctly.

3️⃣ Save:

  • The rollup field appears and begins aggregating automatically.


✅ Example Use Cases:

  • Event Management: Count confirmed attendees (RSVP = Yes).

  • Sales Pipelines: Count opportunities belonging to a specific partner.


⚠️ Notes:

  • The rollup field value reflects the latest state on list load and page refresh.

  • Useful for providing real-time summaries on Nexl pages (e.g., event overview pages).

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