Are Lookup Formulas Still Needed to Display Data From Linked Records in Jestor?

No. Jestor can now show fields from a linked record — and from records linked to that record — directly on a card, without needing a lookup formula to pull the information in first.

What changed in how linked data is displayed?

Before (with lookup)	Now (without lookup)
Had to copy the value into a new formula field	The card shows the data directly from the linked record
Only one visible connection layer	Multiple connection layers, nested within each other
Table with several duplicated lookup fields	Cleaner table, no data duplication
Fixed field-format display	Displayed as a compact card or an editable super-form

Why does this matter for table design?

Fewer lookup formulas means fewer fields to maintain and fewer places where the same data gets duplicated, which keeps the table easier to understand as the process grows.

Why choose Jestor for connected data?

Jestor lets connected information show up right where it's needed, allowing teams to retire old lookup formulas that existed only to bring a value into view, simplifying tables without losing access to the data.

Do I still need a lookup formula to display data from a linked record?

No, fields from linked records can be shown directly on a card, without a lookup formula.

Can I remove existing lookup formulas after switching to this?

Yes, and doing so helps reduce table clutter, although deleted data should also be cleared from the trash, if applicable.

Does this show data from a connection several layers deep?

Yes, Jestor can display information from a linked record's own connections, layer by layer.

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