Manage Custom Fields in ClickUp

In ClickUp, Custom Fields give you powerful ways to structure work, but you also need to know how to remove and delete them safely. This guide walks you through removing Custom Fields from specific locations, permanently deleting them, and restoring them when needed.

The instructions below are based on current product behavior and will help you keep your workspace organized without losing important data by accident.

Understanding Custom Field removal in ClickUp

There are two main actions you can take with Custom Fields:

Remove a Custom Field from a specific location (like a view or List) without deleting it from the entire Workspace.
Delete a Custom Field permanently from your Workspace so it can no longer be used.

Knowing the difference is critical. Removing is reversible and local to a particular context. Deleting is global and permanent for that Custom Field.

Where Custom Fields can be removed in ClickUp

You can remove a Custom Field from several places in ClickUp:

Task views that show Custom Fields
Lists, Folders, and Spaces
Custom Field Manager

In each area, the Custom Field can be hidden or removed while still remaining available elsewhere in your Workspace.

How to remove a Custom Field from a view in ClickUp

Use this method when you want to stop showing a Custom Field in a particular view without affecting it globally.

Open the List, Folder, or Space where the Custom Field appears.
In the view toolbar, locate the Custom Fields section or the column header for that field.
Click the field name or the settings icon next to it.
Select the option to remove or hide the Custom Field from the current view.

This removes the Custom Field only from that view. The Custom Field remains available and can still be used in other views and locations.

Remove Custom Fields from locations using the ClickUp Custom Field Manager

The Custom Field Manager offers centralized control for managing fields across your Workspace.

Open the Custom Field Manager in ClickUp

Open your Workspace and go to the sidebar.
Navigate to the area where Custom Fields are managed (such as a Workspace or Space settings location).
Find and open the Custom Field Manager.

You will see a list of Custom Fields, including their names, types, and the locations where they are used.

Remove a Custom Field from specific locations in ClickUp

In the Custom Field Manager, locate the Custom Field you want to update.
Click to open its details or usage list.
Review the locations (Spaces, Folders, Lists, or views) where the field is applied.
Deselect or remove the field from the locations where you no longer want it to appear.

This preserves the Custom Field for use elsewhere while cleaning it up from areas where it is no longer needed.

How to permanently delete a Custom Field in ClickUp

Deleting a Custom Field removes it from your Workspace and cannot be undone from the same screen. Because this affects all locations that use the field, be sure you no longer need the data.

Delete a Custom Field from the Custom Field Manager in ClickUp

Open the Custom Field Manager.
Locate the Custom Field you want to delete.
Open the options menu for that field (often indicated by three dots or a similar icon).
Select the option to delete the Custom Field.
Confirm the deletion when prompted.

Once deleted, the Custom Field is removed from all locations in your Workspace. In some cases, you may be able to restore it from the Trash, as described below.

Delete a Custom Field directly from a view

In some views, you may be able to delete a Custom Field while working directly in a List or board.

Open the view where the Custom Field appears as a column or card property.
Click the column header or field label.
Open the field options menu.
Choose the delete option, not just remove or hide.
Confirm that you want to permanently delete the Custom Field from your Workspace.

Use this option only when you are sure the field and its data are no longer needed anywhere.

Restoring deleted Custom Fields in ClickUp

If you accidentally delete a Custom Field, you may be able to restore it from Trash, depending on your Workspace settings and plan.

Restore a deleted Custom Field from Trash

Open the Workspace Trash from the sidebar or settings menu.
Filter or search for Custom Fields, if available.
Locate the deleted Custom Field you want to restore.
Select the restore option to bring it back to your Workspace.

After restoration, review the field’s locations and reapply it where needed. Keep in mind that availability and behavior of Trash features can vary by plan and configuration.

Best practices for Custom Field cleanup in ClickUp

Use these tips to keep your environment organized and prevent accidental data loss:

Audit regularly: Periodically review fields in the Custom Field Manager and remove unused ones from specific locations.
Rename before delete: If you are unsure, consider renaming a field to indicate it is deprecated before deleting it.
Coordinate with your team: Communicate with workspace admins and key users before deleting shared fields.
Use remove instead of delete: When in doubt, remove a Custom Field from a view or location first, then delete later if it stays unused.

More resources for managing ClickUp workspaces

To further optimize how you manage Custom Fields and other settings, you can review the official documentation and additional guides.

By understanding how removal, deletion, and restoration work, you can confidently manage Custom Fields in ClickUp and keep your Workspace clean, consistent, and easy to maintain.

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