Which column types can the Clear Column Value action reset?

It works with most column types including Status, Date, Text, Numbers, People, Dropdown, and Timeline. The column is set to empty/blank as if it were never filled in.

Can I clear multiple columns in one automation?

Each automation clears one column. To clear multiple columns at once, set up multiple automations with the same trigger — they will all fire simultaneously.

Is this useful for recurring workflows?

Yes — it's one of the most popular use cases. Pair it with a time-based trigger ('every Monday') to reset status, dates, and assignments on recurring items, giving your team a clean slate each week.

Action

Clear Column Value

“Reset a column to empty when a condition is met”

Automatically clear or reset column values — dates, text, numbers, people, or status — when a trigger fires. Essential for recurring workflows and board cleanup.

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Use Cases

Clear the assigned person when a task moves back to 'Backlog' so it can be re-assigned

Reset date columns on recurring items every Monday for fresh weekly planning

Empty a notes column when an item moves to a new phase so the next team starts clean

Real-World Example

Your team uses a weekly sprint board. Every Monday morning, a time-based trigger fires and this action clears the Status, Date, and Person columns on all recurring items — resetting them to blank so the team can start fresh without manually clearing last week's data.

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