Notion Blocks
A block is a single piece of content on a Notion page. Every paragraph, image, or table you add becomes its own block. Blocks stack on top of each other to form the full page.
Why Blocks Matter
Blocks give you control over layout. You can move a block up or down without retyping content. You can change a block type without deleting your text. This flexibility separates Notion from a traditional word processor, where reformatting often means starting over.
A Page as Stacked Blocks
| Order | Block Type |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heading Block |
| 2 | Paragraph Block |
| 3 | Image Block |
| 4 | Bullet List Block |
Common Block Types
- Text: plain paragraphs for regular writing
- Heading: section titles at three sizes
- Bulleted List: items without a fixed order
- Numbered List: items in a specific sequence
- To-do List: checkboxes for tasks
- Table: rows and columns of data
- Image: pictures uploaded or linked
- Divider: a thin line that separates sections
- Callout: a highlighted box for important notes
- Quote: a styled block for citations or highlighted text
Moving Blocks
Hover to the left of any block to reveal a six-dot handle. Click and drag this handle to reposition the block. Drop it above or below other blocks to change the order. You can also drag a block sideways to place it next to another block, which creates a column layout automatically.
Changing a Block Type
Click the six-dot handle and choose Turn Into from the menu. Notion converts the block into the new type you pick. A paragraph can turn into a heading in one click. This saves you from retyping content just because you decided a different format fits better.
Nesting Blocks
Some blocks hold other blocks inside them. A toggle block hides content until you click to expand it. A column block places blocks side by side instead of stacked. Nesting lets you build layered content, such as a summary that expands into full detail on demand.
Toggle Block Example
| State | What Shows |
|---|---|
| Collapsed | Only the toggle title |
| Expanded | Toggle title and hidden content |
Callout Blocks in Practice
A callout block places text inside a colored box with an icon beside it. Teams use callouts to flag warnings, tips, or key takeaways so readers do not skip them. Choosing a consistent icon and color for each type of callout across your workspace builds a visual pattern readers recognize instantly.
Column Layouts
Drag one block to the right side of another block until a vertical line appears. Release the block to create two side-by-side columns. This layout works well for comparing two lists or placing an image beside its description.
Deleting and Duplicating Blocks
Click the six-dot handle to open a menu with Delete and Duplicate options. Delete removes the block completely. Duplicate creates a copy right below the original. Selecting multiple blocks at once with a click-and-drag selection lets you delete or duplicate several blocks in a single action.