How to Add Columns to Notion

Hey there! Today, I want to share a cool trick with you on how to add columns to your Notion pages. It’s a nifty way to organize your information and make it easier to navigate. So, let’s dive in and get started!

To begin, open up your Notion page. You’ll see a toolbar at the top with various icons and options. Look for the one that looks like a grid with four squares. That’s the icon we want to click on to add columns.

After clicking on the grid icon, you’ll see a drop-down menu with a few different options for column layouts. Take a moment to explore them and choose the one that best suits your needs.

Once you’ve selected a layout, a new section will appear on your page with the columns you’ve chosen. Now, it’s time to populate those columns with content. Click inside each column and start typing or pasting in your information. You can add text, images, links, and more!

Don’t worry about the width of the columns just yet. You can easily resize them by clicking and dragging the edges. Experiment with different widths until you find the perfect balance for your content.

If you find that you need more columns or want to change the layout altogether, simply repeat the process. Click on the grid icon again and select a new layout. Notion makes it super easy to customize your page to fit your needs.

And that’s it! With just a few clicks, you can add columns to your Notion pages and organize your information in a more visually appealing way. Give it a try and see how it transforms the way you work with Notion. Happy organizing!

So, let me tell you about Notion. It’s this really popular app that helps people work together and stay organized. One of its best features is tables. Now, tables are super useful in any kind of business or collaboration because they make information easy to find and keep things nice and tidy.

But here’s the thing: columns are the real stars of the show when it comes to tables. They help you highlight important bits of information and make your table look clean and organized. And the best part? Adding columns in Notion is way easier than you might think. Let me show you how.

How to Add Columns

Now, you may have tried looking for a way to turn a block of text into columns in Notion, but couldn’t find it. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. It’s actually really simple. All you need to do is highlight the text you want to turn into a column. Just click and drag your cursor over it.

Once you’ve selected the text, you’ll see a little symbol appear on the left side. Pretty cool, huh? Now, just drag the selected text to where you want it to go. You’ll see some blue lines pop up to guide you and show you where your new column will be positioned. Once you’re happy with the placement, let go of the mouse button. Boom! You’ve created a column. And if you need more columns, just repeat the process.

Expand Your Thinking

When I hear the word “columns,” my mind automatically goes to spreadsheets and Microsoft Excel. Columns are essential in spreadsheets, but did you know that you can use them creatively in Notion too? It’s true! Just like in spreadsheets, you can create columns in Notion and customize the fonts and borders. With a few tweaks, you can transform your columns into a customized spreadsheet-like format.

However, the real power of columns in Notion lies in their creative potential. Now that you’ve learned the basics of adding columns, it’s time to explore their creative applications. Imagine creating columns as checklists, with each column representing a different task category like Home, Work, or Hobby. You can add items to each column and check them off as you complete them. It’s like having a master task list all in one place, and it looks way better than a traditional MS Word or Excel document.

But the creativity doesn’t stop there! You can even design challenges or mini-games for your team by strategically placing columns. It’s a fun way to engage everyone and make work more exciting.

Here are a few more ideas for using tables in Notion: tracking milestones, creating schedules for editorials, workouts, or podcasts, organizing CRM worksheets, assigning tasks, onboarding checklists, and so much more.

Discover Toggle Lists

Notion tables go beyond what other collaboration platforms offer. It’s not just about aesthetics; it’s about functionality too. One feature that sets Notion apart is toggle lists. Although they may not seem directly related to tables, toggle lists offer a whole new level of versatility and convenience.

Toggle lists are like submenus that reveal a world of resources. However, adding columns to toggle lists isn’t straightforward. But guess what? There’s a way to format a block (like a table) and include it in a toggle list, keeping all its structure and settings intact.

Here’s how: first, format your content in a new page. Create a New Page block within the Toggle item and customize it to your liking—arrange the columns, rows, and items, format everything, and add tags, links, and mentions. Once your child page looks perfect, go back to the parent page and find the dotted icon next to the child page. Click on it and select “Turn Into” followed by “Toggle List.”

Voila! You now have a table or a column list inside a toggle list item. It’s a valuable trick that allows you to include a column/toggle list under another toggle list, expanding your organizing capabilities.

Essential Column Types

In order to create well-structured and visually appealing tables and columns in Notion, it’s crucial to learn how to format the columns correctly. There are a few key column types in Notion that you should be familiar with:

• Title Column: This column is placed at the top of the page and serves as the main title.
• Topic Column: This column outlines the specific page type or topic.
• Assigned To Column: Use this column to assign tasks to specific individuals or teams.
• Post Date Column: This column displays the date when a post or item was created.
• Due Date Column: Use this column to set deadlines for tasks or projects.
• Done Column: Mark tasks or items as “done” in this column to track progress or completion.

Shortcuts

Hey there! Let’s talk about shortcuts in Notion. They’re super handy and can make your life a whole lot easier. I’ve got a bunch of them to share with you, so get ready to become a Notion expert!

Oh, and just a quick heads up – on macOS devices, instead of Ctrl, you’ll be using Cmd. Alright, let’s dive in!

First off, to open search or go to a page you’ve recently viewed, simply press Ctrl + P. And if you need to go back or forward a page, just hit Ctrl + [ / ]. Easy peasy!

Now, let’s talk about text formatting. If you want to make some text bold, just put two asterisks (**) on either side. To italicize, use a single asterisk (*), and for strikethrough, go with a tilde (~).

Creating a bullet list is a breeze. Just type an asterisk (*), a hyphen (–), or a plus sign (+), followed by a space. And if you need a checkbox, type some square brackets ([]) and hit that trusty Space key.

When it comes to headings, it’s just as simple. Type a hashtag (#) followed by a space for H1. Want H2? Easy peasy – just use two hashtags (##). And for H3, you guessed it, three hashtags (###) will do the trick.

Now, for those cool toggle lists, just type a greater-than sign (>) and hit the Space key. Boom!

And hey, there’s even more shortcuts waiting to be discovered. Head over to Notion’s tutorial on their website to find out all the other nifty things you can do.

Working with Columns in Notion

Whoa, creating columns in Notion is a piece of cake! Just select your text and drag it where you want it. But hey, that’s not all – Notion has a whole bunch of styles, formats, and functions to help you make your tables super awesome and one-of-a-kind. Go ahead and try ’em out!

By the way, have you whipped up a snazzy column yet? Any cool features you’ve discovered? If you’ve got any questions or extra tips about Notion and columns, feel free to drop ’em in the comments below. I’m here to help!