Add Relationship Columns in ClickUp Task Views

Using relationships in ClickUp helps you connect tasks, docs, lists, and other work so your team sees everything in context directly from a task view column.

This guide explains how to add relationship columns to your task views, customize what they show, and manage them efficiently.

What Relationship Columns Do in ClickUp

Relationship columns display linked items in a task view, so you do not need to open each task individually. You can see and manage connections between work items right from the view.

With relationship columns you can:

• Show related tasks, docs, lists, and other objects.
• Quickly open or remove linked items.
• Customize which relationship fields appear in each view.
• Keep your workspace organized without duplicating information.

Relationship columns are especially useful for teams that manage dependencies, cross-functional projects, or shared resources in ClickUp.

How Relationships Work in ClickUp

Before you add columns, it helps to understand the difference between relationships and relationship columns in ClickUp.

Relationships vs. Relationship Columns in ClickUp

A relationship is a link that connects a task to another task, list, doc, or other item. Once created, that connection exists on the task itself.

A relationship column is the visual representation of that link in a task view. The column shows one or more relationship fields so you can see and manage them at a glance.

You can create relationships without columns, and you can configure multiple columns to display the same type of relationship in different ways.

Types of Relationship Columns in ClickUp

In many task views, you can add the following relationship-related columns:

• Relationships: shows items linked to each task.
• Subtasks: lists subtasks related to the parent task.
• Dependencies: shows tasks that block or are blocked by the current task.
• Other custom relationship fields created by your workspace.

Each column can be tailored to show only the data that matters for that specific view in ClickUp.

How to Add Relationship Columns in ClickUp

Follow these steps to add relationship columns to your task views in ClickUp. The exact options can vary slightly between view types, but the general process is the same.

Step 1: Open a Task View in ClickUp

1. Navigate to the Space, Folder, or List that contains the tasks you want to manage.
2. Open a task view, such as a List view, Table view, or other supported view.

Ensure the view is set up the way you want before adding new columns.

Step 2: Open the Column Settings

1. In the header row of your task view, locate the column controls, often labeled as + or Columns.
2. Click the control to open the list of available columns for this view in ClickUp.

You will see both standard fields and advanced options, including relationships.

Step 3: Add a Relationship Column in ClickUp

1. In the column picker, scroll or search for Relationships or another relationship-related field (for example, Dependencies or Subtasks).
2. Click the toggle or checkbox next to the relationship field you want to display.
3. The new relationship column will appear in your task view header.

You can enable multiple relationship columns if your workflow in ClickUp requires different relationship types or views of the same data.

Step 4: Reorder and Resize Relationship Columns

To keep your ClickUp view readable and focused, organize your new columns:

• Reorder: Drag the column header left or right to arrange its position in the view.
• Resize: Hover over the edge of the column header and drag to adjust width, so long names fit without taking too much space.

This lets you place the most important relationship information near other key fields such as status, assignee, or due date.

Managing Relationship Columns in ClickUp

Once your relationship columns are visible, you can create, edit, and remove linked items directly from your view.

Add New Relationships from a Column

1. Locate the row for the task you want to update.
2. In the relationship column cell, click the + icon or the empty cell area.
3. Select an existing item to link, or create a new related task or doc if the option is available.

The selected item is added as a relationship to that task and instantly appears in the column.

Open Related Items in ClickUp

To quickly access related work from the column:

1. Click the related task, doc, or item name displayed in the relationship column.
2. The related item opens in a sidebar or a new window, depending on your settings.

This lets you review and update connected work without navigating away from your main ClickUp view.

Remove Relationships from a Column

1. Hover over the related item listed in the relationship column cell.
2. Click the remove or X icon that appears.
3. Confirm if a confirmation step is shown.

Removing the item from the column disconnects the relationship from that task in ClickUp but does not delete the related task or doc itself.

Customize Relationship Columns in ClickUp

You can refine how relationship columns behave so each view shows exactly the details different teams need.

Show or Hide Relationship Columns Per View

Every task view in ClickUp can have its own set of visible columns. To adjust them:

1. Open the column picker for the current view.
2. Toggle Relationships columns on or off as needed.
3. Save the view layout if you want your column changes preserved for everyone.

This flexibility lets you keep one ClickUp view detailed and another simplified, using the same underlying tasks.

Use Filters with Relationship Columns

Depending on the view type, you can combine filters with relationship columns to narrow down what you see. For example, you might:

• Filter tasks that have at least one related item.
• Filter tasks that depend on other tasks.
• Display tasks linked to a specific list or doc, if supported.

Using filters with relationship columns helps you focus on work that is actively connected to other items in ClickUp.

Best Practices for Relationship Columns in ClickUp

To get more value from relationship columns, consider these recommendations:

• Keep names clear: Use consistent naming and descriptions for related tasks so they are easy to recognize in columns.
• Avoid clutter: Only show relationship columns that matter for the current view; hide extras to keep the interface clean.
• Standardize views: Create shared views with agreed column layouts so everyone uses relationships the same way in ClickUp.
• Review regularly: Periodically check relationship columns for outdated links and remove any that are no longer useful.

Learn More About Relationship Columns

To see the original step-by-step documentation on relationship columns, review the official guide on the ClickUp Help Center: Add relationship columns to tasks.

If you want expert implementation help, process design, or workspace optimization alongside advanced use of ClickUp, you can explore consulting resources at Consultevo.

By configuring relationship columns correctly, your team can surface critical links between tasks and related work directly in task views, improving visibility and coordination across every project you manage in ClickUp.

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