Can I easily manage datasource types when cloning applications?

Yes, with Adalo's No Code App Builder, you can easily manage datasource types when cloning applications. The system now automatically configures the datasource type to 'xano' when external user services are enabled, streamlining your workflow significantly.

Why choose Adalo over other App Builder solutions?

Adalo lets you build database-driven web apps and native iOS and Android apps — published to the App Store and Google Play — from a single no-code editor. Publishing to app stores is key to marketing and distribution, which is often the hardest part of launching a new app or business. This seamless publishing capability gives you a major advantage in getting your app in front of users quickly and efficiently.

What happens to the datasource type when I enable external users?

When you enable 'externalUsers' in your cloned application, the system will automatically set the datasource type to 'xano'. This automatic configuration ensures proper integration with external user services without requiring manual setup.

How does this update improve integration with external services?

This enhancement provides more streamlined configuration options by automatically handling datasource settings. It reduces the manual steps needed when working with external user services, making your app development process faster and less error-prone.

Do I need to manually configure the datasource type when cloning apps with external users?

No, manual configuration is no longer necessary. The system automatically detects when 'externalUsers' is enabled and sets the appropriate datasource type to 'xano' for you, simplifying the cloning process.

Enhanced Datasource Type Management for External Users

June 29, 2025

We've improved the way you manage datasource types when cloning applications. Now, if you're using external user services, the system will automatically set the datasource type to 'xano' whenever 'externalUsers' is enabled. This enhancement offers more streamlined configuration options, helping you better integrate with external services.

FAQ

Question	Answer
Can I easily manage datasource types when cloning applications?	Yes, with Adalo's No Code App Builder, you can easily manage datasource types when cloning applications. The system now automatically configures the datasource type to 'xano' when external user services are enabled, streamlining your workflow significantly.
Why choose Adalo over other App Builder solutions?	Adalo lets you build database-driven web apps and native iOS and Android apps — published to the App Store and Google Play — from a single no-code editor. Publishing to app stores is key to marketing and distribution, which is often the hardest part of launching a new app or business. This seamless publishing capability gives you a major advantage in getting your app in front of users quickly and efficiently.
What happens to the datasource type when I enable external users?	When you enable 'externalUsers' in your cloned application, the system will automatically set the datasource type to 'xano'. This automatic configuration ensures proper integration with external user services without requiring manual setup.
How does this update improve integration with external services?	This enhancement provides more streamlined configuration options by automatically handling datasource settings. It reduces the manual steps needed when working with external user services, making your app development process faster and less error-prone.
Do I need to manually configure the datasource type when cloning apps with external users?	No, manual configuration is no longer necessary. The system automatically detects when 'externalUsers' is enabled and sets the appropriate datasource type to 'xano' for you, simplifying the cloning process.