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Create Database button Create Database dialog Create a database when the workspace needs a new structured content table.

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Create The Database

  1. Open CMS.
  2. Go to Databases.
  3. Click Create Database.
  4. Enter the table name.
  5. Enter the identifier.
  6. Choose an icon and color if helpful.
  7. Choose a folder when the database belongs in a group.
  8. Add a preview URL when entries can be previewed on a public page.
  9. Choose whether the table is a singleton or hidden.
  10. Click Create Database.

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Choose A Good Identifier

Use a lowercase, stable identifier that describes the table. Good examples:
  • locations
  • blog_posts
  • home_page_sections
  • service_categories
Avoid names that are too broad, such as data, items, or content.

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Use Singleton Carefully

Turn on Singleton when the table should only have one entry. Good singleton examples are homepage settings, global SEO defaults, footer content, or one workspace profile record. Use a normal database when staff need multiple rows.

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Use Preview URLs

The preview URL can include {id} for the entry ID. Use this when editors need to open a public or staging page for a specific entry after saving it.