TriggerAirtableReal-timeUpdated May 2026
How do I trigger when an Airtable record changes?
Short answer: Drop the "Airtable → Record Updated" trigger on your workflow canvas, add filters if you want them, and publish. It fires within seconds of the event in Airtable, not on a polling schedule.
Anatomy
What this trigger looks like in a workflow.
Drop it on the canvas. Configure a couple of fields. Publish.
In the builder
Trigger
Record Updated
When the matching event happens
when record updatedon record updatedwatch for record updatedrecord modifiedwhen a record is updated in an airtable basenew record updatedrecord changed
What this trigger returns
for the curiousYou don’t need to read this. Tiny Command auto-maps every field into the visual picker so downstream nodes can pull values by clicking. We show it here for power users who want to know what’s on the wire.
{"id": "rec123","name": "Updated Record","status": "Done"}
Output shape
Fields available to downstream nodes.
Every field below can be referenced by name in any action or filter that comes after this trigger.
| Field | Type | Example |
|---|---|---|
| id | string | "rec123" |
| name | string | "Updated Record" |
| status | string | "Done" |
Pairs with
Drop these actions after Record Updated.
FAQ
Questions about Record Updated.
How does the Record Updated trigger work in Airtable?
Fires when a record is updated in an Airtable base. Combine with a field filter to react only on changes you care about (e.g. Status moves to Approved).
Is the Record Updated trigger real-time?
Yes. Record Updated uses webhooks or push subscriptions, not polling. Your workflow fires within seconds of the event happening in Airtable.
What data does Record Updated return?
The full event payload from Airtable. The output shape table on this page lists every field, its type, and an example value so you can map fields into downstream nodes.
Can I filter Record Updated so only some events start a workflow?
Yes. Add a Filter node right after the trigger and match on any field, whether that's subject, sender, status, or anything else in the payload. Workflows only continue when the filter passes.
Do I need Airtable admin permissions to use Record Updated?
For most Airtable accounts a standard user can authorize the trigger. Some Airtable plans require an admin to enable third-party webhooks. Check Airtable's docs if the trigger fails to register.
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