How to Add Subtask Checklists in Airtable
- George Apostolov
How to Add Subtask Checklists in Airtable: step-by-step guide
Create a new column by clicking on the + in the header row.
Select Long Text in the options
Enable Rich Text Field and hit Create field.
Drag and drop this column, closer to the main task and status columns.
Click on the expand sign on the field to open an expanded view.
Click on the ¶ symbol to see text input options.
Select the last option, Checklists, to get check boxes on your Rich Text Editor.
Write your subtasks.
And that's it. Your subtasks are created and associated with your main task.
Quick answer: To create subtasks in Airtable, add a new Long Text column with rich text enabled, place it near main tasks, open the expanded view, select the checklist text input option, and write your subtasks.
About this Airtable tutorial
Add subtasks to your Airtable projects using rich text checklists inside an expanded task view. This guide shows how to add Subtask Checklists in Airtable in 9 steps, starting with "Create a new column by clicking on the + in the header row" and finishing with "And that's it. Your subtasks are created and associated with your main task". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Airtable interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Subtask Checklists in Airtable?
9 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Airtable data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Airtable. Related guides: Framer Airtable Integration, How to add a column in airtable and How to add a row in airtable. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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