How to Search in Airtable
- George Apostolov
How to Search in Airtable: step-by-step guide
On the top menu bar, click 'Extensions'.
Tap 'Add an Extension' afterwards.
Find 'Search' from the available extension options and then click the 'Add' button next to it.
Specify your preferred 'Search Mode' and configure its corresponding search settings. Once done, click 'Done' to proceed.
Enter the keyword into the search bar and then click the 'Search' button beside it.
After completing these steps, explore the provided search results and find the specific records you're looking for.
Quick answer: To search in Airtable, click Extensions on the top menu bar, tap Add an Extension, and add the Search extension. Next, configure your Search Mode and settings, enter your keyword into the search bar, click Search, and explore the results to find your records.
About this Airtable tutorial
Find specific records quickly in Airtable by adding the Search extension, configuring your search settings, and entering your keywords. This guide shows how to search in Airtable in 6 steps, starting with "On the top menu bar, click 'Extensions'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, explore the provided search results and find the specific...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Airtable interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to search in Airtable?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Airtable data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Airtable. Related guides: How to share airtable, How to Share Airtable Tables and How to share an airtable base. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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