Master Table Cards in ClickUp

Table cards in ClickUp let you view every field on a card as a column, so you can quickly scan, sort, and update your work without leaving your board. This guide explains exactly how to turn any board into a powerful table view using table cards.

What are table cards in ClickUp?

Table cards are a special layout option available on board views. Instead of showing a compact card with only a few details, table cards display your task fields in a grid-style layout. Every visible field becomes a column, making it easy to compare and edit data.

Use table cards in ClickUp when you want:

• A spreadsheet-like view of your tasks.
• To see many custom fields at once.
• To update multiple fields quickly.
• To keep a board-style layout while working with structured data.

Where you can use ClickUp table cards

Table cards can be used on boards in multiple places throughout your workspace. You can switch to the table card layout on:

• Any list view that supports board layouts.
• Folder-level boards that include multiple lists.
• Space-level boards when you need a broader overview.

Wherever the board view is available, you can configure it to display table cards instead of standard cards.

How to enable table cards in ClickUp

To start using table cards, you simply change the card layout on your board. Follow these steps:

1. Open the list, folder, or space where you want to work.

2. Switch to a board view if you are not already in one.

3. Locate the card settings or layout options in the view toolbar.

4. Select the option to change the card layout.

5. Choose the table card layout from the available card types.

Once applied, your cards will immediately appear as rows, with each visible field displayed in its own column.

Understanding ClickUp table card columns

Each column in a table card represents a field associated with your tasks. These can include:

• Default system fields, such as task name, assignee, due date, and status.
• Custom fields you have added to the list or folder.
• Other task properties that can be surfaced as columns.

You can usually reorder columns and adjust which fields are visible so the most important data appears first.

Customizing visible fields in ClickUp table cards

To get the most out of table cards, customize which fields are shown. Typical customization steps include:

1. Open the field or column settings within your board view.

2. Toggle fields on or off to control visibility.

3. Drag and drop columns to rearrange their order.

4. Resize columns where supported for better readability.

This level of control makes it easy to design a layout that matches your process and reporting needs.

Editing data directly in ClickUp table cards

One advantage of table cards is inline editing. Instead of opening each task, you can edit values directly in the grid:

• Click a cell to change text fields.
• Update assignees or statuses from dropdowns.
• Adjust dates using date pickers.
• Modify custom fields such as numbers, dropdowns, or checkboxes.

This significantly speeds up bulk changes and routine updates across many tasks.

Best practices for using ClickUp table cards

To keep your ClickUp workspace efficient and easy to navigate, use these best practices when working with table cards:

Keep columns focused and relevant

Showing too many columns can make your table hard to read. Focus on the fields that drive decisions and action, such as:

• Priority or impact level.
• Owner or assignee.
• Due dates and timelines.
• Key custom fields that measure progress.

Hide less critical fields or move them to the far right of the layout.

Combine table cards with filters and groups

Table cards become even more powerful when combined with other board tools:

• Filters: Narrow your view to specific statuses, assignees, or tags.
• Groups: Organize rows by status, assignee, priority, or other criteria.
• Sorting: Sort by due date, priority, or any column to surface important work.

These options help you create focused views for different teams and workflows.

Use table cards for reporting in ClickUp

When you need a quick, customizable report, table cards can often replace a separate spreadsheet. For example, you can:

• Build a board grouped by assignee with table cards showing workload details.
• Track feature requests with custom fields and see all data in a single grid.
• Monitor SLAs or deadlines by showing date and status fields together.

This approach keeps reporting inside your workspace and up to date automatically.

When to use table cards vs. other ClickUp views

ClickUp offers several ways to visualize your work. Use table cards when:

• You want a data-rich view inside a board layout.
• You need to quickly compare multiple tasks side by side.
• You frequently update many fields at once.

Use other views when you need different perspectives, such as:

• A timeline or Gantt chart for scheduling relationships.
• A simple board with compact cards for high-level overviews.
• A traditional list or table view outside of the board context.

Learn more about ClickUp table cards

If you want to see the original product documentation and visuals for table cards, review the official article on the ClickUp Help Center: Table cards in ClickUp.

For broader guidance on optimizing your workspace, processes, and documentation around ClickUp, you can also explore expert consulting resources like Consultevo.

Summary

Table cards in ClickUp transform your board into a flexible, column-based layout where every field is visible and editable at a glance. By enabling table cards, customizing which fields appear, and combining them with filters, groups, and sorting, you can create powerful, spreadsheet-like views that fit your workflow while keeping all your data centralized.

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