How to Use Rollup in Airtable
- George Apostolov
How to Use Rollup in Airtable: step-by-step guide
Click on the 'Add' icon to create a new field.
After that, enter your desired 'Field Name' into the provided input field.
Search for 'Rollup' and select it as the Field Type.
Choose a specific field in the current table that you prefer to use as the 'Rollup Source'.
Select a specific field in the linked table that you prefer to roll up with the previously nominated source.
Enter the Rollup function you specifically want to use.
Finally, tap 'Create Field' to save the changes and activate Rollup in your Airtable table.
Quick answer: To use Rollup in Airtable, click the Add icon to create a new field, enter a Field Name, and select Rollup as the Field Type. Next, choose your Rollup Source and linked table field, enter the Rollup function, and tap Create Field to save changes.
About this Airtable tutorial
Configure a Rollup field in Airtable by selecting the field type, choosing source and linked fields, and entering your function. This guide shows how to use Rollup in Airtable in 7 steps, starting with "Click on the 'Add' icon to create a new field" and finishing with "Finally, tap 'Create Field' to save the changes and activate Rollup in your Airtable table". 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 use Rollup in Airtable?
7 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 Wrap Text in Airtable, How to Fit Long Text in Airtable Rows and Columns and Link Stonly via Zapier to Airtable. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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