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title: "Add similar records"
slug: "add-similar-records"
updated: 2026-04-24T15:59:31Z
published: 2026-04-24T15:59:31Z
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> ## Documentation Index
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# Add similar records

To add a record that's similar to another, copy the existing record to simplify the process. When you do this, Quickbase opens a new record form with fields prefilled from the original. You can change any field before saving the new record. This saves time when you add multiple similar records or want to reuse information from one record in another.

> [!NOTE]
> Note
> 
> Your app may use a different term for records, such as *contact*, *task*, or *vendor*. The Add record page may show as *Add task* or *Add issue*, depending on your app's terminology.

## Add a record with prefilled fields

To add a record with fields prefilled:

1. View the record you want to copy.
2. On the Page bar, select **More > Copy this record**.

The Add Record page appears with fields prefilled.

> [!NOTE]
> Note: If this option doesn't appear, no fields in the table are set to auto-fill.
3. Make the changes you need, then select **Save**. The new record appears. To create another similar record, repeat from step 2.

## Control which fields can be copied

The app manager controls which fields can be copied by turning off the **Auto-fill** checkbox on the **Field properties** page. Quickbase automatically turns off auto-fill for the following fields:

- Lookup
- Summary
- Report link
- File attachment
- Formula
- Append-only
- Built-in fields