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Tables and views
All things tables, views, columns, and rows
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Table basics
Intro to tables and table setup
Overview of TablesLearn how to add tables to your doc so you can start organizing data quickly
Summarize table dataUse Coda's table summary feature to easily summarize data, right in the canvas of your doc. Plus - add column summaries to your table.
Group your table dataOrganize data by bundling common column values via grouping.
Add, select, and delete rowsRows are the core of any table
Add color and formatting to your tablesEasily visualize data with conditional formatting by adding color and text formatting to your tables
Customize and Hide Table DisplaysLearn how to customize your table display by hiding or showing various elements
Row ActivityHow to view activity details about rows in your tables
Subtables: display related row references as a tableAdd subtables to your tables to display relevant row references in a table format. Learn about when to use subtables and how to create them.
Drag-and-drop DataHow to move rows and columns with drag-and-drop
Can I make a copy of a table that is not a view?Yes, you can!
Can I freeze or pin a column or a row?Learn more about freezing and working with your table
Using LayoutsVisualizing and presenting your data in different ways
How to remove/delete objects and tablesDeleting a view or a table once it has been created, and moving new views to a different page
How do I combine two tables into one?
Views & view types
View basics - plus all the different available view types
Create custom table viewsA view is a mirror of a table that you can visualize however you want. Learn how to create and customize your views.
Creating user-specific viewsLearn how the User( ) formula lets you dynamically customize views for every team member and stakeholder
Using charts in CodaCreate visualizations and reports of your data using charts
Creating a card viewTurn your table into a card view or kanban board
Create and customize a formCreate forms to collect responses directly in a Coda doc.
How to build a timeline chartTurn your tables into timeline charts for tracking, sharing, and summarizing projects.
How to build a Calendar viewLearn how to create Calendar views for your tables
Set up pre-filled form fieldsMake data collection run smoother in your form with pre-filled fields.
How to use page layoutArrange your content side-by-side with the page layout feature
Working with word clouds in CodaUsing the Word Cloud chart type to visualize the text data in your table
How do I create a Kanban board?An easy way to organize your table
How do I control which columns are visible on hover cards?How can I change which columns show up on the card that pops up when I hover my mouse on a row reference or relation column?
Columns & column types
Managing columns and understanding the different types
Column basicsLearn about the basics of adding columns to tables, changing column types, auto-filling columns with data, and more
Add a columnHow to add a column to a table
Calculate column valuesUse our calculation builder - or write your own formulas - to automatically fill column values
Managing columns: hiding, un-hiding, and re-orderingAdjusting your views for different audiences
What is the display column?Understand how Coda's default display works
Default column valuesSet default values for new rows - and change them later as needed
Wrapping Column HeadersResize your column headers with a quick drag
How do I wrap text in a table?Wrap text in your tables for readability
Build dynamic text columns with ComposeThe compose feature lets you build dynamic formatted text in table columns
Change Date Format in a ColumnLearn how to change the date format based on your preferences
Connect tables with relation columnsUse relation columns to reference one table from within another
Create two-way table connections with linked relationsOnce you've added a relation column, use linked relations to create a two-way connection between tables
Create select list columnsLearn how to create, edit, and utilize select list columns in tables.
Progress Bar Column TypeThis feature allows you to add a progress bar column type to each row, providing a clear visual indicator of project progress.
Filtering Select ListsHow to set filter select lists or create dependencies based on row values
Canvas column typeThis feature allows you to add a canvas column type to each row, bringing the flexibility of Coda’s canvas inside any table
People column formatReferring to people in a table
Grouping by a multi-select columnHow to group by a multi-select column so that each group is based on unique items instead of unique combinations of items
Filtering tables and views
Filter data in your tables and views
Introduction to filtering your tablesLearn how to filter out unwanted rows in your tables!
Filtering tables and views based on controlsCreate a customized dashboard for your table data
How to Use Filter BarThe filter bar allows you to filter your data at a personal level that does not affect other team members' views.
Filtering on a column with multiple valuesHow to filter a multiselect column