How to Use Make.com Grid View Effectively
The grid feature inside the scenario editor in make.com helps you see, search, sort, and manage many scenarios at once. This guide walks you through every grid control so you can work faster and keep large automations organized.
What the Make.com Grid View Does
The grid view in the editor overlays a structured table on top of your visual scenario map. It displays modules and their connections in a compact, column-based layout. You can still keep the classic visual layout, but the grid adds:
- Quick searching across modules and connections
- Sorting and filtering columns such as name or type
- Fast selection and bulk actions
- A clearer overview of large and complex workflows
This is especially useful when you work with enterprise-level scenarios that have dozens of modules.
How to Open the Grid in Make.com
You can toggle the grid inside any scenario in make.com. The grid appears as a panel that can be shown or hidden on demand.
Step-by-step: Open the Grid Panel
- Open your scenario in the visual editor.
- Look for the Grid or Table icon in the top toolbar.
- Click the icon to open the grid panel. The panel usually slides in from the side or the bottom of the editor.
- Resize the panel by dragging its border, if needed, to see more columns or rows.
You can close the grid panel at any time by clicking the icon again or using the close button on the panel.
Understanding Columns and Rows in Make.com Grid
Each row in the grid represents a specific module or connection in the scenario. Columns give you detailed properties.
Typical Columns You Will See
- Module name – the label you see on the visual canvas.
- Type – the service or app the module uses.
- Operations – what the module does (for example, Get, Create, Update).
- Status or enabled flag – shows if the module is active.
- Notes or description – any documented information you added.
Depending on your scenario, you might also see columns for connection name, mapping details, or error handling options.
Searching and Filtering in Make.com Grid
When a scenario grows, it can be difficult to locate a specific module on the canvas. The grid in make.com lets you find items instantly.
How to Search for Modules
- Click inside the Search field at the top of the grid.
- Type part of the module name, type, or other visible text.
- The grid filters the rows in real time to match your query.
- Click a row to highlight or focus that module in the visual editor.
Use the search bar to quickly jump to filters, routers, or critical data transformation modules without scanning the entire canvas.
How to Filter Columns
- Open the column menu by clicking the small menu or filter icon in a column header.
- Choose a condition such as equals, contains, or is empty.
- Enter the filter value, for example, the name of a connection or a module type.
- Apply the filter to narrow the visible list of rows.
You can usually combine filters on multiple columns to create a very focused view of your scenario configuration.
Sorting Modules in Make.com Grid
Sorting allows you to order rows by name, type, or other properties, which is helpful for auditing or cleanup tasks.
How to Sort by Column
- Locate the column header you want to sort by, such as Module name or Type.
- Click the header once to sort ascending.
- Click the header again to sort descending.
- Click a third time (if available) to remove sorting.
Sorting works well with filters and search, giving you precise control over how you inspect a scenario.
Selecting and Managing Items in Make.com Grid
The grid view is more than a read-only table. In make.com it also supports selection and editing actions.
Select One or Multiple Modules
- Click a row to select a single module.
- Use modifier keys like Shift or Ctrl / Cmd (if available) to select multiple rows.
- Right-click (or use the action menu) to see context actions for the selection.
Common Grid Actions
- Enable or disable multiple modules at once
- Open module settings quickly from the grid
- Rename or re-label modules for clarity
- Review mapping or connection details
Bulk editing from the grid can significantly reduce the time spent managing complex flows.
Using Make.com Grid to Debug Scenarios
When troubleshooting, the grid can show you where problems might be hiding inside a large scenario.
Debugging Steps with the Grid
- Open the grid after you run or test the scenario.
- Filter or sort by columns related to status or errors, if present.
- Identify modules with unusual settings or missing connections.
- Click a suspicious row to open the module configuration directly in the editor.
Repeat the process until you have reviewed all critical modules. This is often faster than zooming in and out on the canvas.
Best Practices for Make.com Grid Usage
To get the most out of the grid in make.com, combine visual design with table-based inspection.
Practical Tips
- Name modules clearly so the grid view is readable at a glance.
- Add notes to important steps so their context is clear from the table.
- Use filters regularly when working on specific parts of a large workflow.
- Review settings in bulk after major scenario changes.
- Leverage grid for audits before handing a scenario to another team.
These habits make it easier for new collaborators to understand and maintain your automations.
More Resources for Make.com Users
The official documentation explains the latest grid capabilities and any new columns or controls introduced in the editor. You can read more about the grid directly on the official guide here: How to use the grid in Make.com.
If you need implementation help, process design, or advanced automation strategy, you can also work with specialist consultants. For example, Consultevo focuses on automation consulting, optimization, and training for teams that rely heavily on automation tools.
Summary: Why the Make.com Grid Matters
The grid inside the scenario editor in make.com turns complex visual workflows into a structured table that is easy to search, sort, and manage. By learning how to open the grid, control columns, apply filters, sort rows, and perform bulk actions, you can review and maintain large automations with far less effort. Use the grid as a companion to the visual canvas to design, debug, and document scenarios more efficiently.
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