Understanding AI Column Dependencies: Simultaneous vs. Sequential Execution

Lazar Radivojevic · 2025-02-07 15:57:29.39741+00

Hey everyone, If I have 10 columns that run AI and are each dependent on eachother in the sequence of (1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10) What will happen if I activate them all? Will the following sequences be paused until the previous one is complete, or will it simply run it and keep re-running it until the changes are all ironed out? Will be doing this for 4000 rows, so wouldn't want to overspend if not necessary. The other option I see is manually running the columns in order (and waiting for the output to complete)

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Before running multiple AI-dependent columns on 4000 rows, here are some important considerations: 1. It's recommended to first test your AI columns on a small sample of about 10 rows. This allows you to: • Identify and fix any potential errors • Refine your prompts for better results • Validate the sequence works as intended 2. For AI enrichments, keep in mind: • Each row may consume different amounts of credits based on prompt complexity • Longer or more complex prompts will require more credits • You can set a credit budget limit per row 3. To optimize your workflow and save credits: • Consider using AI formulas instead of AI integrations where possible • This can save hundreds or thousands of credits, especially in large tables Sources: Guide: Ways to save Clay credits | Documentation | Clay University AI Formulas + Conditional Runs [Automated Inbound] - Clay University
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No. I already tested the AI formulas on a sample when I was creating them, now I want to do it on mass
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Hi Lazar, thank you for reaching out. If you have columns dependent on each other, I suggest running them one by one. This is because the the column will try and look at the value of the previous column. If the previous column has not finished running the nexct column will see the value as "blank" resulting in the later column possibly running even if it does not have to. Let me know if this explains things.
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Hey Stefano, thank you for your response, it clarifies it perfectly!
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Happy I could help!
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Before running multiple AI-dependent columns on 4000 rows, here are some important considerations: 1. It's recommended to first test your AI columns on a small sample of about 10 rows. This allows you to: • Identify and fix any potential errors • Refine your prompts for better results • Validate the sequence works as intended 2. For AI enrichments, keep in mind: • Each row may consume different amounts of credits based on prompt complexity • Longer or more complex prompts will require more credits • You can set a credit budget limit per row 3. To optimize your workflow and save credits: • Consider using AI formulas instead of AI integrations where possible • This can save hundreds or thousands of credits, especially in large tables Sources: Guide: Ways to save Clay credits | Documentation | Clay University AI Formulas + Conditional Runs [Automated Inbound] - Clay University
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Is that what you were looking for?
Lazar Radivojevic
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No. I already tested the AI formulas on a sample when I was creating them, now I want to do it on mass
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Looks like you're still looking for help. If you’re dealing with a specific table, drop the URL below so we can help you quicker. Otherwise, someone from our team will be in touch soon!
Stefano (Clay)
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Hi Lazar, thank you for reaching out. If you have columns dependent on each other, I suggest running them one by one. This is because the the column will try and look at the value of the previous column. If the previous column has not finished running the nexct column will see the value as "blank" resulting in the later column possibly running even if it does not have to. Let me know if this explains things.
Lazar Radivojevic
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Hey Stefano, thank you for your response, it clarifies it perfectly!
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Happy I could help!
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Thank you so much for sharing your feedback Lazar Radivojevic!