Loop Table Implementation with Typeflow

The Loop Table feature allows you to dynamically duplicate entire tables in your documents based on Airtable line items.

This powerful functionality extends beyond the standard line items loop, enabling you to create more complex and data-rich documents.

How to implement line items in my Google Docs template

In your Google Docs template, follow these steps:

  1. Create a main table in your Google Docs template.

  2. Insert a nested table within this main table. Add as many rows and cells as you need.

  3. Inside this nested table, add your information and variables

  4. In your main table add {{table_loop_x}}

    1. Start with {{table_loop_0}} for the first loop table

    2. Use {{table_loop_1}}, {{table_loop_2}}, etc. for additional loop tables

  5. For better design, remove the border from your main table.

How do I configure my line items in Typeflow?

In Typeflow, follow these steps to configure your table loop correctly:

  1. Find the table_loop_x section

  2. Choose a linked record field to access linked table fields

  3. Map your data between Airtable fields from your linked table and your Google Docs Variable from your table loop.

Example Use Case

Scenario: Creating a detailed product catalog with multiple specifications for each product.

  1. Airtable Setup:

    • Main table with products.

    • Each product has line items for specifications.

  2. Google Docs Template:

    • Main table with {{table_loop_0}} variable.

    • Nested table containing specification details.

  3. Result:

    • If a product has 4 specification line items, the document will contain 4 tables.

    • Each table will contain the data from one specification line item.

Benefits of Loop Tables

  • Enhanced Document Organization: Present complex, structured data in a more readable format

  • Flexible Data Presentation: Customize how line item data appears in your documents

  • Reduced Template Complexity: Avoid creating multiple templates for different data scenarios

  • Improved Visual Hierarchy: Better organize information with distinct tables for each line item

Tips and Best Practices

  1. Variable Naming: Keep track of your loop table variables by using consistent naming

  2. Table Design: Design your nested tables to accommodate varying amounts of content

  3. Testing: Always test your template with different numbers of line items to ensure proper formatting

  4. Combining with Conditional Sections: Loop tables can be combined with conditional sections for even more dynamic documents

Troubleshooting

  • Tables Not Duplicating: Ensure the {{table_loop_x}} variable is correctly placed in the main table

  • Data Not Appearing: Check your variable mappings in Typeflow

  • Formatting Issues: Make sure your tables are properly structured to handle the data being inserted

For more information or assistance with Loop Tables, please contact me at k@typeflow.us.

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