Row comments and mentions in Baserow

Row comments transform your Baserow tables into collaborative workspaces, letting teams discuss data, ask questions, and provide context without leaving the database or switching to external messaging tools.

This guide explains how to use row comments to collaborate with team members, mention users for notifications, and track discussions on specific records in your Baserow tables.

Paid feature: Row comments and mentions are available on paid plans. Upgrade to enable team collaboration directly within your table rows.

Overview

Row comments create conversation threads attached to individual records in your tables. Each row can have its own discussion where team members ask questions, provide updates, share context, or collaborate on data decisions; all visible to everyone with access to the table.

Comments appear in a dedicated panel within the row detail view, keeping conversations organized and connected to the relevant data. You can mention specific collaborators to notify them, edit comments after posting, and follow rows to receive notifications about all activity on important records.

Comment and mention features

Feature Capability Notification
Row comments Add discussion threads to any row Optional (follow row for all comments)
User mentions Tag specific users with @ symbol Automatic notification to mentioned user
Comment editing Modify comments after posting No notification sent
Comment deletion Remove your own comments No notification sent
Row following Subscribe to all activity on a row Notification for every new comment
Comment indicators See comment count on rows Visual badge shows number of comments

When to use row comments

Project collaboration: Discuss task progress, blockers, or requirements directly on project rows without external messaging tools.

Data review workflows: Ask questions about data accuracy, request clarification, or provide approval comments during review processes.

Customer support: Document customer interactions, internal notes, or resolution details on customer record rows.

Approval processes: Track approval status, stakeholder feedback, and decision rationale on rows requiring sign-off.

Knowledge sharing: Provide context about how data was collected, why decisions were made, or what follow-up actions are needed.

How to view row comments

Baserow displays a comment count indicator on rows that have comments, making it easy to spot active discussions at a glance.

Comment count indicator on rows

To view comments on a row:

  1. Click the expand icon to open the row detail panel
  2. The comments panel appears on the right side by default
  3. Scroll through the comment feed to read the discussion

If the comments panel is hidden, click the expand button (<<) in the top-right corner to show it.

To hide the comments panel: Click the collapse button (>>) in the top-right corner when you need more screen space for editing fields.

Row comments panel in Baserow

How to add row comments

Post comments directly from the row detail panel to start or join discussions.

To add a comment:

  1. Open the row detail panel for the record you want to comment on
  2. Locate the comment box at the bottom of the comments panel on the right
  3. Type your message in the comment box
  4. Press Enter or click the send button to post

Your comment appears immediately in the feed, and any mentioned users receive notifications.

How to edit row comments

Fix typos, clarify your message, or update information in comments you’ve already posted.

To edit a comment:

  1. Locate your comment in the comment feed
  2. Click the menu button (three dots) on the right side of your comment
  3. Select Edit comment from the dropdown menu
  4. Make your changes in the comment box
  5. Press Enter to save the updated comment

Only the comment author can edit their own comments. Edited comments don’t trigger new notifications.

Editing row comments in Baserow

How to delete row comments

Remove comments that are no longer relevant or were posted by mistake.

To delete a comment:

  1. Find the comment you want to remove in the feed
  2. Click the menu button (three dots) on the right side of the comment
  3. Select Delete comment from the dropdown menu
  4. Confirm the deletion if prompted

You can restore deleted comments from the trash. Only comment authors can delete their own comments.

Deleting row comments

How to follow rows for comment notifications

Following a row subscribes you to notifications for all comment activity on that record, even if no one mentions you directly.

To follow or unfollow a row:

  1. Open the row detail panel
  2. Click the bell icon at the top of the comments panel
  3. When the following is active, the bell icon appears filled
  4. Click again to unfollow and stop receiving notifications

Following rows help you stay updated on important records without needing to check them manually. Learn more about managing notifications.

Following rows for comment notifications

How to mention users in comments

Mentions notify specific collaborators about comments that require their attention, ensuring they see important messages even if they’re not following the row.

To mention a user:

  1. Type the @ symbol in the comment box
  2. A dropdown appears showing available collaborators
  3. Select the user’s name from the list (or continue typing to filter)
  4. Finish your comment and press Enter to post

The mentioned user receives a notification immediately, directing them to the row and comment.

Mentioning users in Baserow comments

You can mention multiple users in a single comment by typing @ multiple times. Each mentioned user receives their own notification.

Frequently asked questions

Can I comment on rows in free Baserow accounts?

No, row comments and mentions are paid features. Users on free plans can view existing comments if a paid user adds them to a paid workspace, but cannot create, edit, or delete comments themselves.

Do collaborators get notified of every comment on a row?

Only if they’ve followed the row or were mentioned directly. By default, users only receive notifications when someone mentions them with the @ symbol. Click the bell icon to follow a row for all comment notifications.

Can I see who viewed my comments?

No, Baserow doesn’t track comment views or read receipts. You’ll know someone saw your comment if they reply, react, or take action based on your message.

What happens to comments if I delete a row?

Comments are deleted permanently along with the row. If you restore the row from trash before the grace period expires, the comments are restored too.

Can I attach files or images to comments?

Not directly in comments. However, you can reference files uploaded to file fields in the same row, or use external links to share images or documents in your comments.

Do comments export when I export my table?

No, comments are collaboration metadata and don’t export with table data in CSV or Excel formats. Comments exist only within the Baserow interface and are tied to the row’s internal database record.

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