How To Create A Glossary In Confluence
- George Apostolov
How To Create A Glossary In Confluence: step-by-step guide
Click Create, then name the page something like "Project Glossary".
Use the /table macro to create a 2-column table.
Sort terms A–Z for easy navigation.
Use the /table of contents macro at the top to let users jump between sections.
Click "Publish" and "Share" to keep it updated and shareable.
Quick answer: To build a glossary in Confluence, create a new page, add a two-column table using the table macro, and sort terms alphabetically. Next, insert a table of contents macro at the top for easy navigation, then publish and share the page to keep it accessible and updated.
About this Confluence tutorial
Build an organized project terminology page in Confluence by adding a sorted table, a table of contents macro, and sharing the published guide. This guide shows how to create A Glossary In Confluence in 5 steps, starting with "Click Create , then name the page something like 'Project Glossary'" and finishing with "Click 'Publish' and 'Share' to keep it updated and shareable". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Confluence interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create A Glossary In Confluence?
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 Confluence data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Confluence. Related guides: How To Create A Group In Confluence, How To Create A Kanban Board In Confluence and How To Create A Knowledge Base In Confluence. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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