Data Model

Key Features

The Data Model provides a comprehensive visual representation of your database structure:

• Visualize all your table connections in a clear, intuitive layout
• Identify the potential impact of structural changes before implementing them
• Select specific tables or fields to focus your view with a single click
• Switch between overview and detailed perspectives as needed
• Navigate your data structure with responsive zoom and pan controls
• Design and preserve your preferred layout configuration

Solving Real Problems

Data Model simplifies understanding your application's structure:

• See the big picture - View your entire app's architecture at a glance rather than trying to mentally piece together connections.
• Understand relationships - Clearly visualize how tables connect to each other through intuitive visual representations.
• Dive into details - Access field information, rules, and conditions with a simple click for deeper understanding.
• Stay focused - Adjust your view by zooming in on relevant areas or toggling labels to concentrate on specific aspects.

Using the Data Model

Access your visual database blueprint in a few straightforward steps:

1. Open your Knack app
2. Click the "Data Model" icon in the right panel of any DataTable
3. Navigate the model using the zoom and pan controls
4. Customize your view using the options in the View panel
5. Select any element to examine its connections and associated rules
6. Find newly created tables in the upper left area of your saved layout

The Data Model gives you a comprehensive view of your application's structure, helping you better understand and manage your data relationships.