How to Request Submission Updates in Tables

August 25, 2026

The Request Update action button in Tables provides an easy way to email an entry’s edit link. This feature is useful if you need your respondents to update their information or correct their entries.

To use the Request Update action button:

  1. In Tables, click on Add to insert a new column. See How to Add and Organize Columns for more information.
How to Request Submission Updates in Tables Image-1
  1. In the dialog, go to Buttons at the top, then select Request Update and click on Next.
How to Request Submission Updates in Tables Image-2

Note

For standalone tables, select the Export a form message to use the Request Update action button.

  1. Next, enter your desired column name and click on Next.
How to Request Submission Updates in Tables Image-3
  1. Next, enter your desired recipients or select Fields on the right to assign recipients dynamically.
  2. Add an optional message, then select Create Column to complete the setup.
How to Request Submission Updates in Tables Image-4

You can now send update requests to your users.

To change settings, open the column’s menu, then select Edit action button.

How to Request Submission Updates in Tables Image-5

Emailed recipients will receive a message to edit the submission.

How to Request Submission Updates in Tables Image-6

Send Comment:

Jotform Avatar
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Podo Comment Be the first to comment.
Still have unanswered questions?

We’re here for you 24/7, anytime you need us day or night. Have a question or need a hand with something? Our team is always ready to help out.