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How to create custom fields on Trello cards
Quick Answer
Custom fields in Trello are created through the Power-Ups menu by enabling the Custom Fields Power-Up. Once enabled, you can add various field types like text, numbers, dates, and dropdowns to your cards for better organization and data tracking.
Prerequisites
- Active Trello account
- Access to a Trello board
- Board administrator or owner permissions
- Trello Power-Up capabilities enabled
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Access the Power-Ups menu
Open your Trello board and click the Show Menu button in the top-right corner. Then click Power-Ups from the menu options. This will open the Power-Ups directory where you can browse and enable additional features for your board.
Tip
Make sure you have board administrator permissions to enable Power-Ups
2
Enable Custom Fields Power-Up
In the Power-Ups directory, search for Custom Fields or scroll down to find it in the list. Click the Add button next to Custom Fields Power-Up. The Power-Up will be automatically enabled for your board and appear in your board's Power-Ups list.
Tip
Custom Fields is a free Power-Up available on all Trello plans
3
Access Custom Fields settings
After enabling the Power-Up, click Show Menu again and you'll see Custom Fields appear in the menu. Click on Custom Fields to open the settings panel where you can create and manage your custom fields.
4
Create your first custom field
In the Custom Fields panel, click + Add Field. Enter a name for your field in the Field Name input box. Choose the field type from the dropdown menu: Text, Number, Date, Checkbox, or Dropdown. Click Save to create the field.
Tip
Choose field names that clearly describe the data you want to track
5
Configure dropdown options (if applicable)
If you selected Dropdown as your field type, you'll need to add options. Click + Add an option and enter the option name. You can also assign colors to each option by clicking the colored circle next to the option name. Add multiple options as needed, then click Save.
Tip
Use consistent naming conventions for dropdown options across your boards
6
Add custom fields to cards
Open any card on your board by clicking on it. In the card details, you'll see a Custom Fields section. Click on the field you want to populate and enter the appropriate data based on the field type. For dropdown fields, select from the available options. For date fields, use the date picker.
Tip
Custom fields can be bulk-edited using Trello's Butler automation
7
View custom fields on board
Return to your board view and you'll see the custom fields displayed on the card fronts. You can toggle the visibility of custom fields by going to Menu > Custom Fields and using the eye icon next to each field name. Click Show on front of cards to display or hide fields on the board view.
Tip
Limit the number of visible custom fields on card fronts to avoid clutter
Troubleshooting
Custom Fields Power-Up is not available
Ensure you have the necessary permissions on the board. Only board admins and owners can enable Power-Ups. If you're not an admin, request permission from the board owner.
Custom fields not appearing on cards
Check that the fields are set to Show on front of cards in the Custom Fields settings. Go to Menu > Custom Fields and toggle the visibility using the eye icon next to each field.
Cannot edit or delete custom fields
Only board admins can modify custom field settings. If you need to edit fields, contact your board administrator or check your board permissions in Menu > Settings.
Custom field data not saving
Refresh your browser and try again. If the issue persists, disable and re-enable the Custom Fields Power-Up in Menu > Power-Ups. Note that this will remove existing custom field data.
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