How to Create Columns in Notion – An Easy Guide

Creating columns in Notion can help you organize information efficiently and create a visually appealing layout.

Whether you’re managing project management tasks, writing blog posts, or structuring different sections of your Notion page, columns are a powerful tool to enhance productivity.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to create Notion columns using various block types and methods.

Starting with a New Page

1. Create a new page by selecting the “New Page” option.

2. Press Enter to start adding content.

Basic Column Setup Using Drag-and-Drop

To create a basic column setup:

1. Add a text block or any other block type like a quote block or a simple table.

2. Hover over the block and use the six-dot icon to the left of the block.

3. Drag the block to the right of another block until you see a blue line indicating where the block will be placed.

4. Release the block to form a new column.

This creates two distinct columns (e.g., a left column and a right column). You can adjust the width of each column by dragging the vertical divider between them.

Adding More Columns

To add additional columns:

1. Select a block in an existing column.

2. Use the drop method to drag it to the right or left of an existing column until the blue line appears.

3. Release to create extra columns or a multi-column page.

This method allows for the creation of multi-column layouts that fit your specific needs.

Using the Slash Command for Speed

You can quickly create columns using the slash command:

1. Type / and choose a block type (e.g., toggle block, quote block, or plain text).

2. Create your first block and then use the drag-and-drop method to make it a first column.

3. Create a second column and arrange blocks side by side.

Advanced Tricks for Columns

Nested Columns

To create nested columns within a block:

1. Add a column block inside an existing column.

2. This lets you build more complex layouts with different methods.

Adding Dividers

Use horizontal dividers or a vertical divider to separate content and improve your structured layout.

Inline Databases and Notion Tables

Add inline databases, Notion tables, or board view blocks within columns for better data management.

Enhancing with Synced Blocks and Notion AI

• Use a synced block to reflect changes across multiple pages.

• Utilize Notion AI for generating ideas, content, and layouts.

Tips for Mobile Phones

While columns display well on desktop, on mobile phones, they often stack vertically. Keep this in mind when planning your column sections.

Customization and Control

• You have full control over your column layout and customization options.

• Add empty blocks for spacing or extra step adjustments.

• Columns help in presenting relevant information clearly for team members or personal use.

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