Quick Base Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Overview

Quick Base is a cloud-based workspace that allows users to build customizable database applications and web forms. QuickBase applications can be used to collect and collaborate on information, automate workflows and share reports.

MIT has an enterprise license for a limited number of Quick Base applications. If your Department, Lab or Center is interested in building a Quick Base application, please contact quickbase-support@mit.edu to discuss.

Is Quick Base right for my project?

Quick Base is best suited for

Data that needs to be updated by multiple people, with granular access controls
Complex data not easily managed and analyzed in spreadsheets
Applications that require communications via automated emails
Applications with less than 20 users. Questions? Contact quickbase-support@mit.edu.

Which data can I store in Quick Base?

While Quick Base can be used to secure some types of sensitive data, HIPAA-protected data or personally identifiable information should NOT be stored in Quick Base. Learn more

What are my options for building a database application at MIT?

Compare FileMaker, Quick Base and Drupal Cloud
Also consider: Google Sheets or an Excel spreadsheet shared via Dropbox

Using Quick Base

Getting Started with Quick Base

Building and Maintaining a Quick Base Application

Navigating the Quick Base Application Home Page
How to Roll Out a Quick Base Application
Create a Quick Base application from an Excel spreadsheet
Export my Quick Base data to Excel
Create a New Report
Document Management (managing file attachments)
Create a Custom Form (Tip: this is an excellent alternative to cgi-emai forms)
Can I use Quick Base on my mobile device?
View a relationship diagram for my app
Create a conditional dropdown menu

Additional Help Documentation

Documentation for Developers

Getting Help

For general Quick Base support, please contact the IS&T Help Desk.
Quick Base Knowledge Base
Contact the IS&T Help Desk