How to Add a Column in Smartsheet
- George Apostolov
How to Add a Column in Smartsheet: step-by-step guide
On Smartsheet's Grid View, select a column and click its corresponding 'Column Menu' button.
Click 'Insert Column Right' or 'Insert Column Left'.
After that, enter a unique column name into the provided input field and select your preferred Column Type.
Review your input, then tap 'OK' to proceed.
Finally, a new column will be added to your sheet.
Quick answer: To add a column in Smartsheet, select a column in Grid View, click the Column Menu button, and choose to insert the column right or left. Enter a unique column name, select a column type, and tap OK to successfully add the new column to your sheet.
About this Smartsheet tutorial
Expand your Smartsheet grid by inserting a new column, naming it, and selecting a column type. This guide shows how to add a Column in Smartsheet in 5 steps, starting with "On Smartsheet's Grid View, select a column and click its corresponding 'Column Menu' bu..." and finishing with "Finally, a new column will be added to your sheet". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Smartsheet 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 a Column in Smartsheet?
5 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 Smartsheet data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Smartsheet. Related guides: How to Add a Drop-Down List in Smartsheet, How to Add a Formula to a Column in Smartsheet and How to Add a Milestone in Smartsheet. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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