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title: "Time from Table Field"
url: "https://help.tabidoo.cloud/en/article/time-from-table-field"
language: "en"
last_updated: "2024-11-24T17:49:57.611Z"
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# Time from Table Field

The **"Time from table field"** trigger is used to execute workflows based on a specific time condition related to a date field in a selected table. Here's how you can set it up:

### Configuration Options

**Select Table**

-   Choose the table that contains the date field to be monitored.

**Set Time Condition**

-   Enter the number of time units (e.g., minutes, hours, days, months) for the condition.
-   Example: "5 days before" or "2 months after."

**Choose Time Unit**

-   Select the desired unit from the dropdown:
    -   **Minutes**
    -   **Hours**
    -   **Days**
    -   **Months**

**Before or After**

-   Specify whether the condition should be met **before** or **after** the chosen date.

**Select Field**

-   Pick the date field in the table to monitor for the condition.

**Repeat Every Year (Optional)**

-   Check this box to make the trigger recurring every year based on the selected date and time condition.

### Use Case Examples

-   Send a reminder email 3 days before a contract's expiration date.
-   Trigger an action 1 month after a customer’s subscription start date.
-   Automate an annual notification for upcoming anniversaries.

This trigger is perfect for time-sensitive workflows, ensuring actions occur precisely when needed.