How to Create Cross-Doc References in Coda
- George Apostolov
How to Create Cross-Doc References in Coda: step-by-step guide
Open your Coda document where you want to add the Cross-doc reference.
Click on the 'Insert' button in the top toolbar.
From the dropdown menu, select 'Packs'.
Look through the available packs and find 'Cross-doc' - it lets you reference data from other Coda documents.
Click 'Add to doc for free' to install the Cross-doc pack. No need to switch between documents anymore!
When prompted, select the source document and then the specific table you want to reference.
Once selected, drag the table to your preferred location in your current document.
Click 'Add to doc' to import the data. The reference will stay synced with the source - any updates there will reflect here.
That's it! You've created a Cross-doc reference. Now, you can use this data just like any native table in your document.
Quick answer: To create Cross-doc references in Coda, open your document, click 'Insert', select 'Packs', and choose 'Cross-doc'. Add the pack for free, select the source document and table, drag the table to your preferred location, and click 'Add to doc' to import the synced data.
About this Coda tutorial
Import and sync data from other Coda documents by installing the Cross-doc pack and selecting your source tables. This guide shows how to create Cross-Doc References in Coda in 9 steps, starting with "Open your Coda document where you want to add the Cross-doc reference" and finishing with "That's it! You've created a Cross-doc reference. Now, you can use this data just like a...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Coda 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 Cross-Doc References in Coda?
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 Coda data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Coda. Related guides: How to Create Custom Data Connections in Coda, How to Create Custom Formulas in Coda and How to Create Custom Functions in Coda. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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