Create your first database and view in Notion
This is the procedure for managing tasks with properties and displaying tables and boards from the same data. We will explain in detail the starting position, setting values, completion confirmation, and how to review in case of problems.
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Who this guide is for and what to prepare
- First-time users of Notion
- People who want to safely confirm the operation of creating the first database and view in Notion
What you need
- Decide on three task names, the status and deadline for each task, and check the sharing scope of the destination page.
Check preparation and starting position
Decide on three task names, the status and deadline for each task, and check the sharing scope of the destination page.
Open and configure features
- On the new page, enter /datab, select [Database: Inline], and name it "Task Management". Enter 3 items in the name column.
- Add the [Status] and [Date] properties using the [+] at the right end of the column, and enter the values in each row. Select [Board] from [+] next to the view name and group by status.
Complete and check results
- Drag a card on the board to another status column, then return to the table view to see that the status of the same row has also changed.
Fix the problem and exit safely
Even if you delete a view, the original data remains, but row deletions are reflected in all views. Page sharing also checks permission inheritance from the parent page.
- If the number of columns does not increase, check whether you have created a database instead of a simple table. Each row is a page that can be opened.
Limitations and requirements
- Even if you delete a view, the original data remains, but row deletions are reflected in all views. Page sharing also checks permission inheritance from the parent page.
Frequently asked questions
What if you can't find the item you want in Notion?
If the number of columns does not increase, check whether you have created a database instead of a simple table. Each row is a page that can be opened.
What should I be especially careful about when creating the first database and view in Notion?
Even if you delete a view, the original data remains, but row deletions are reflected in all views. Page sharing also checks permission inheritance from the parent page.
Official sources and verification date
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