Create Space Views in ClickUp

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Create Space Views in ClickUp via API

Using the ClickUp API, you can programmatically create custom Space views that match your team workflows, apply filters, and control visibility without touching the user interface.

Understanding ClickUp Space Views

Before you create a Space view, it helps to understand what a Space view is in the ClickUp platform.

A Space view is a saved configuration that defines how tasks in a Space are presented. It can include:

  • The type of view, such as list or board
  • Visibility, including whether the view is shared
  • Optional settings, filters, and grouping rules
  • Data source, in this case a Space

The Create Space View endpoint lets you define these properties in a single API request.

Prerequisites for Using the ClickUp API

To call the Create Space View endpoint, you need a few prerequisites.

  • An active workspace with access to the Space you want to configure
  • A valid ClickUp API token with appropriate permissions
  • The Space ID for the target Space
  • A tool for making HTTP requests, such as curl, Postman, or a custom script

Make sure your token is kept secure and never exposed in client-side code or public repositories.

ClickUp Endpoint Overview: Create Space View

The Create Space View endpoint is documented at the official developer site. You can see all request details at the ClickUp Create Space View reference.

The endpoint pattern is:

POST /api/v2/space/{space_id}/view

Where {space_id} is replaced with the ID of the Space where you want to create the view.

Required Fields for a ClickUp Space View

When creating a Space view, some fields are essential for a valid request body.

Core properties for a ClickUp Space view

  • name: The label for the view, as shown to users.
  • type: The type of view, such as list, board, or other supported view types documented in the API.
  • grouping (optional but common): Defines how tasks are grouped, for example by status.
  • visibility (optional): Controls who can see the view in the Space.

At a minimum, you should provide a descriptive name and a valid type for the new view.

Step-by-Step: Create a Space View in ClickUp

Follow these steps to create a new Space view using the API.

Step 1: Collect required identifiers in ClickUp

  1. Locate the Space in your workspace.
  2. Retrieve the Space ID from the URL or from a previous API call.
  3. Confirm that your API token has access to that Space.

Step 2: Build the request URL

Insert your Space ID into the endpoint path. For example:

https://api.clickup.com/api/v2/space/SPACE_ID/view

Replace SPACE_ID with the numeric or string ID returned by other ClickUp API endpoints.

Step 3: Set the request headers

Set the required headers, typically:

  • Authorization: Your ClickUp API token
  • Content-Type: application/json

Your tool or library should support adding headers to every request.

Step 4: Create the JSON body for the ClickUp view

Construct a JSON body that defines how the Space view should behave. While the exact structure is detailed in the official documentation, a simplified example body might look like this, adapted to match the fields described in the API:

{
  "name": "Engineering Board",
  "type": "board",
  "visibility": "space",
  "grouping": {
    "field": "status"
  },
  "filters": {
    "operator": "AND",
    "fields": []
  }
}

This example illustrates the pattern for setting a view name, type, basic visibility, and a simple grouping by status. Refer to the developer reference page for all supported properties.

Step 5: Send the request to ClickUp

Use curl, Postman, or your HTTP client to send a POST request with the JSON body and headers. A curl example, adjusted for clarity, might look like:

curl -X POST 
  -H "Authorization: YOUR_API_TOKEN" 
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" 
  -d '{
    "name": "Engineering Board",
    "type": "board"
  }' 
  https://api.clickup.com/api/v2/space/SPACE_ID/view

Replace YOUR_API_TOKEN and SPACE_ID with your actual values.

Step 6: Review the ClickUp API response

If the request is successful, the API responds with a JSON object that describes the newly created Space view. The response typically includes:

  • The unique ID of the view
  • The name and type you provided
  • Visibility and configuration settings
  • Timestamps and other metadata

Store the view ID if you plan to update, share, or delete this view later using other ClickUp endpoints.

Configuring Visibility and Sharing in ClickUp

Space views can be configured to control who sees them. The Create Space View endpoint supports options that manage visibility.

  • You can define whether the view is private to the creator or visible across the Space.
  • You can adjust sharing later using related endpoints if required.

Always verify visibility rules in a test environment before applying them widely in a production ClickUp workspace.

Using Filters and Grouping in ClickUp Space Views

Filters and grouping options allow you to shape how tasks appear in a Space view.

Defining filters in a ClickUp view

In the request body, filters are commonly expressed with an operator and a list of field conditions. For example, you might filter by status, assignee, or custom fields.

  • Use logical operators such as AND to combine multiple filter rules.
  • Each field filter targets a specific property of tasks.

The developer reference includes the full schema for filters so you can build complex task views that update dynamically in ClickUp.

Grouping tasks in a ClickUp Space view

Grouping defines how tasks are clustered visually in the view.

  • Common grouping fields include status, assignee, or priority.
  • For board views, grouping by status is frequently used.

By specifying grouping in the JSON body, you ensure users see tasks organized consistently every time they open the Space view.

Best Practices for Automating ClickUp Space Views

When automating view creation with the API, keep these practices in mind.

  • Create views in a staging or sandbox workspace first.
  • Use descriptive names that clearly identify the purpose of each view.
  • Limit the number of highly similar views to keep the Space clean.
  • Version your configurations in code or configuration files for repeatable deployments.

If you manage large workspaces or multiple workspaces, consider centralizing your automation scripts and documenting which ClickUp Spaces each script affects.

Where to Get More Help with ClickUp

The official developer documentation is the authoritative source for parameters, example payloads, and supported view types. Review the full endpoint reference here: Create Space View endpoint docs.

If you need expert guidance on API design, workspace architecture, or broader SaaS integrations, you can also consult specialists at Consultevo, who focus on optimization and implementation strategy.

By following the steps above and using the ClickUp API reference, you can reliably create and manage Space views programmatically, ensuring consistent task visualization across your teams.

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