# Cannot Write Info to "ROLE" Column in User Table

**URL:** <https://community.glideapps.com/t/cannot-write-info-to-role-column-in-user-table/72735>\
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**Created:** [April 19, 2024, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.glideapps.com/t/cannot-write-info-to-role-column-in-user-table/72735 "2024-04-19T15:35:00Z")\
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This is documented and expected behaviour. You cannot set user roles via the user interface.  
The only way to do it other than directly in the Data Editor is to use the API.

Check the FAQ section in the below doc:

> **[Roles | Glide Docs](https://www.glideapps.com/docs/essentials/security-and-user-data/roles)**
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> Define roles for your users and build different experiences and permissions.

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