Customize View Icons in ClickUp
In ClickUp, you can replace the default icons on your views with custom emojis, icons, and colors to make your workspace easier to scan and organize at a glance.
This guide walks you through how to turn view icons on, customize them, and manage them efficiently so your ClickUp views stay clear and consistent for every teammate.
Overview of ClickUp custom view icons
Each view in a location can display a unique icon. By default, ClickUp assigns a symbol that represents the view type, such as List, Board, Calendar, or Dashboard. You can override this with your own choice of emoji or icon and adjust its color.
Custom icons are especially useful when you:
- Have many views inside one location and need fast visual recognition.
- Use similar view types that need different meanings, such as multiple Lists used for different processes.
- Want to add a visual coding system to your ClickUp spaces and folders.
These customizations are quick to apply and easy to change at any time.
Where ClickUp view icons appear
After you customize a view icon, it appears in several places across ClickUp so your visual system is always visible.
Icons in the ClickUp view bar
Every view at the top of a location displays its icon in the view bar. When you change an icon, it updates immediately so anyone using that location can see the new design.
This helps you:
- Identify key views quickly, such as a high-priority board or calendar.
- Separate recurring reports from everyday working views.
- Keep your ClickUp navigation visually consistent.
Icons in the ClickUp left sidebar
Views that you pin to the left sidebar display their icons there as well. This is helpful if you rely on a small set of pinned views for daily work and want to distinguish them by category, team, or priority.
Because the left sidebar is visible throughout ClickUp, a clear icon system makes it easier for new teammates to learn where to go.
Icons in the ClickUp Sidebar Views section
When you expand the sidebar Views section, you will also see your custom icons listed next to each entry. This allows you to scan through longer lists of saved views without having to read every name carefully.
How to turn on view icons in ClickUp
If you are not seeing icons on your views, you may have the feature toggled off. You can enable icons at any time.
Enable ClickUp view icons
- Open any location where views are available, such as a Space, Folder, or List.
- Look at the view bar at the top of the page.
- On the right side of the view bar, click the icon controls if they are hidden or disabled.
- Toggle the setting to show icons so they appear next to each view name.
Once icons are turned on, you can start customizing individual views as needed.
How to customize view icons in ClickUp
You can personalize any view that supports icons using emojis, graphical icons, and colors. These simple visual touches can transform how you navigate ClickUp every day.
Open the ClickUp icon picker
- Hover over the name of the view you want to edit in the view bar.
- Click the existing icon or the default symbol shown next to the view name.
- This opens the icon selection menu, where you can choose different designs.
Choose an emoji or icon in ClickUp
In the icon menu, you can select from:
- Emojis: Use expressive symbols such as stars, checkmarks, or flags to describe the view’s purpose.
- Standard icons: Use simple icons ideal for structured systems, such as folders, charts, or task symbols.
To set your selection:
- Browse or search for an emoji or icon that matches the view’s meaning.
- Click the emoji or icon to apply it immediately.
The icon updates on the view bar, in the left sidebar (for pinned views), and in the Views section.
Change the color of ClickUp view icons
You can also adjust the icon color to strengthen your visual coding system.
- Open the icon picker for the view as described above.
- Locate the color options around or beneath the icon choices.
- Click a color swatch to apply it to the selected icon.
Many teams use color schemes such as:
- Red icons for urgent or escalated work.
- Green for completed or successful projects.
- Blue or gray for standard operational views.
Best practices for ClickUp icon organization
To avoid confusion, treat icons in ClickUp as part of your workspace standards. Clear rules make it easier for the entire team to interpret what each symbol means.
Create a ClickUp icon legend
Document a simple legend so everyone uses icons consistently. For example:
- ⭐ Star: Key report or executive summary view.
- 📅 Calendar: Scheduling views or release timelines.
- 📊 Chart icon: Analytics or KPI dashboards.
- ✅ Checkmark: Task completion or QA views.
Store this legend in a shared Doc or onboarding guide so new users of ClickUp can get up to speed quickly.
Align ClickUp icons with naming conventions
Icons work best when they support clear view names, not replace them. When you create or rename a view:
- Choose a descriptive title that explains the content or filter used.
- Match the icon to that description so meaning is obvious.
- Avoid using the same icon for very different types of views in the same area.
This combination of strong naming and visual cues makes ClickUp navigation much faster.
Use ClickUp colors to show status or type
Develop a color pattern to show the role of a view at a glance. For example:
- By function: Marketing views in purple, product views in blue, operations in green.
- By level: Company-level dashboards in dark colors, team-level views in mid tones, personal views in lighter shades.
- By status: Planning in yellow, in-progress in blue, archived or reference views in gray.
Agree on this pattern across your workspace so that icons provide consistent meaning everywhere in ClickUp.
Troubleshooting ClickUp view icons
If you do not see icons or cannot change them, review the following checks.
Icons not visible on views
- Confirm view icons are enabled in the location’s view bar settings.
- Make sure your browser window is wide enough; very small widths may hide parts of the view bar.
- Check that you are looking at the correct location where the view is saved.
Unable to change a ClickUp view icon
- Verify you have permission to edit the view. Some shared or protected views may be restricted.
- Try refreshing your browser to reload the ClickUp interface.
- If the issue persists, consult the official help center article on using custom icons for your views.
Next steps for optimizing ClickUp
Custom icons are one part of building a clear, scalable workspace in ClickUp. Combine them with thoughtful hierarchy design, templates, and automation to create a smooth experience for every team member.
If you want expert guidance on broader workspace structure, documentation, and automation strategy, you can explore consulting resources such as Consultevo for additional help.
By setting up a consistent icon system, you will make every ClickUp view easier to recognize, helping your team move faster and stay aligned.
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