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Create Items

Creating a new item in AnyDB is fast, flexible, and designed to work the way your team does. Whether you're starting from scratch or using a prebuilt template, this guide walks you through the process.

Step 1: Start from a Database​

Before you create an item, make sure you're inside an existing Database. Each item belongs to a database, so it's important to start there.

To create a new item:

  • Click the + New item button or the + icon next to the database name.

New AnyDB Item Side View

Alternatively, from the listing view of a database, click the + Add Item link at the top:

New AnyDB Item List View

Step 2: Use the New Item Dialog​

The New Item Dialog will appear, allowing you to choose how you'd like to create the new item.

You can:

  • Browse the template list
  • Search by typing a few letters from the template name or description

The dialog is organized into the following sections:

🔹 Core Items​

These are the foundational item types in AnyDB:

  • Item – A blank, fully customizable AnyDB item
  • File – Upload and store documents or files
  • Folder – Group related items into a folder
  • Page – (Coming soon) Create standalone notes or documents

🔹 Recent​

Quick access to templates you've recently used.

🔹 In Your Database​

Shows templates created and saved within your current database.

🔹 Built-in Templates​

Explore from a library of 100+ ready-to-use templates covering various business functions. These templates can be customized and saved as your own.

🔹 Community-Created (Coming Soon)​

In the future, you’ll be able to browse templates shared by the AnyDB community.

Step 3: Select a Template​

When you click on a template, you'll see:

  • A preview of the item layout
  • A description with key information
  • A “Learn More” link that takes you to a full overview on the AnyDB template site
  • An expand icon to view a larger version of the template preview

This helps you quickly confirm you're selecting the right structure for your new data.

Step 4: Create and Customize​

Once you've selected your template, click to create the item.

The item will open immediately in editable mode. From here, you can:

  • Fill in data
  • Customize the structure further
  • Add relationships, automation, or follow-up reminders

Your new item is now part of the database and ready to be used in workflows, dashboards, and reports.

Tips​

  • Search Smart – Use keywords to quickly locate templates.
  • Customize Freely – Any template you select can be edited after creation.
  • Save Your Own – After modifying an item, save it as a custom template for reuse.