Advanced permissions in Retool: The Fundamentals (Retool for Enterprises)
Permissioning for large-scale deployments can be complex, so in this article we break down the fundamentals of how Permissions work in Retool, and share some essential tips.
Retool for Enterprises Part 1: The Basics
Retool is a powerful tool for enterprises yet many still struggle to build for scale. In this first article, we’ll cover essentials for enterprises, like how they can use Retool best, pricing plans and self-hosted vs cloud.
Creating Retool in Retool (Retool UI inspiration & template)
In this UI inspiration piece, we created Retool-ception. Retool, built on Retool. Check it out! Newsletter members can download the template too.
Building interactive maps with OpenStreetMap API in Retool
The native Mapbox component in Retool offers powerful capabilities for building interactive maps, giving users the ability to visualize and work with geospatial data.
Hubspot-inspired UI: CRM Template (Retool UI inspiration & template)
We built a Hubspot-inspired CRM UI in Retool with some super useful features. Members can download the template for free!
Charting in Retool with Plotly. Part II: The Sankey Diagram
In Part II, we share a case study of how we used Plotly to build a complex Sankey generator with a super user-friendly interface.
Creating PDFs in Retool (4+ methods, updated for 2023)
For many companies looking for Retool apps, PDF end products are essential. Here are 4+ options to generate PDFs within Retool.
Building an AI-assisted customer support chatbot using Intercom and Retool AI
In this tutorial, learn to build an AI-supported customer chatbot app, connected to the Intercom.io API, which helps customer support agents by generating accurate, editable responses fast.
Harvest Alternative: Building our team’s time tracker application in Retool
In this post, we tell you why we at Bold Tech created our own time tracker in Retool to replace Harvest, and a bit about how we built it.
Making an HMAC hashing function with Crypto JS & Retool
In this tutorial we walk through how to make an HMAC hashing function in Retool using Crypto.js.
What is Retool and what is it good for?
Retool helps developers build powerful internal tools, fast. This is a full guide to the platform, its pros and cons, and what you should and shouldn't use it for.
What is Retool Database and what is it good for?
Retool database is the newest addition to the Retool development suite. Built on PostgreSQL, it's a database with the power of SQL but an interface as simple as a spreadsheet. In this post, we discuss its best use cases.
How Red Roots used Retool Mobile to create the perfect on-the-go receipt tracker
In this study, we’ll look at how Red Roots Capital experimented with (clunky) SaaS software, before landing on a custom solution in Retool - built by Bold Tech - where they can not only track and file receipts for their accounting team, but they can do this on the go from a custom-made mobile app.
Using Google Drive in Retool: Configuring OAuth, Viewing & Creating New Files
In this article, we walk through how to connect the Google Drive API to your Retool environment, pull your files into an application, and create new ones.
Generating Retool PDF Reports in Minutes for Free using Hybiscus
Hybiscus and Retool are a dream team, providing beautiful and dynamic PDF reports in a matter of minutes. In this tutorial, I’ll walk through how to sign up for Hybiscus, set up a Hybiscus Resource in Retool, connect it to an application and get started making some stunning, automated reports.
How to Make an Image Carousel and Selector Component in Retool
Using the pagination component, we can now make a carousel-style component in Retool, here's how.