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Speed & Performance tips in Retool. 💭 Tip # 1: Use pre-loaded JavaScript to improve your app’s speed and performance. You can speed up your app’s performance by using pre-loaded JavaScript to avoid re-running the same logic repeatedly to keep your code DRY. Consistency across your app will be easier to manage, and when bugs pop up, as they do, you will be able to fix them much easier too! For more tips on boosting speed and efficiency in Retool, check out our full guide ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dzjGfPuU #Retool #PerformanceOptimization #RetoolTips #BoldTechBlog #JavaScript

We recently put together a tutorial on making your Retool apps more interactive by integrating APIs like OpenStreetMap and using Retool’s Mapbox component. Whether you’re tracking fleets, mapping customer data, or managing a deployed sales team, Retool lets you seamlessly connect GEOJSON data to your internal tools for powerful, real-time insights. Read up on how we built it and learn how to implement it in your own Retool apps ➡ https://lnkd.in/dG2FC-kw #Retool #InteractiveMaps #Geodata #APIs #BoldTechBlog

Retool also recently introduced a deeper integration with Plotly through even more complex charting in the platform. https://lnkd.in/gkGf9uNu

We are off to Web Summit Lisbon next month and seven members of the Bold Tech team will be on the ground. 🚀 Our team is made up of internal tool experts mainly focused on Retool and we’d love to chat about YOUR internal tool stack. If you’re also attending and want to get some free advice or have us review your internal tools, fill out our form here ⬇ https://lnkd.in/dcg6ziV6 #WebSummit #Lisbon #BoldTech #Networking #LetsConnect

💡 UI Tips for data dashboards in Retool. Tip #5: Make the most of your filters. Maximize efficiency in Retool by organizing your filters based on their importance. Keep frequently used filters visible and accessible, while secondary filters can be tucked away in collapsible containers for a cleaner interface. In Retool there are tons of ways to configure your filters UI, read the full guide to find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/de_-dztQ #UIDesign #Dashboards #Retool #RetoolTips #BoldTechBlog

We just recreated Reddit’s clean, user-friendly interface in Retool! From dark mode styling to a three-column layout and custom navigation, our goal was to push Retool's boundaries - getting as close to an external apps UI as possible. Read up for more detail and download the free template ➡ https://lnkd.in/dvBY5KAn #Retool #UIDesign #InternalTools #ProductDesign #Tech

💡 UI Tips for data dashboards in Retool. Tip # 4: Use expandable rows to show and hide secondary data and functionality. Retool offers a great option for displaying data by offering expandable rows within tables. This feature allows you to display detailed information in nested tables or components, improving your user experience without cluttering the main table. Read the full guide to find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dDM9Wmgc #UIDesign #Dashboards #Retool #RetoolTips #BoldTechBlog

💡 UI Tips for data dashboards in Retool. Tip # 3: Use color effectively. Apply color strategically in your dashboards to highlight primary data and guide user attention. Avoid excessive colors to maintain clarity and focus on key metrics. Read the full guide to find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dh-mz6Me #UIDesign #Dashboards #Retool #RetoolTips #BoldTechBlog

💡 UI Tips for data dashboards in Retool. Tip # 2: Use captions and color to organize secondary text/data. You can enhance your data tables by using color and captions to create  a clear visual hierarchy. This helps your users quickly identify and focus on primary data, while secondary data remains accessible but not distracting. Read the full guide to find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dFF45jUZ #UIDesign #Dashboards #Retool #TechTips #BoldTechBlog

💡 UI tips for data dashboards in Retool. Tip #1: Present table data in varied, visual, and logical ways to help your users interpret it better. When presenting table data, it’s important to really think about presenting your data in ways that are easy for your users to digest. Thankfully with Retool it’s really easy to use their built-in features to add useful info, using the captions, status indicators and more. These visual cues can help users understand data with a single glance and surface key information to action. Read the full guide to find out more ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gPHqKKRW #UIDesign #Dashboards #Retool #TechTips #BoldTechBlog