How To Use Confluence Databases
- George Apostolov
How To Use Confluence Databases: step-by-step guide
Open a page and type
/table.Use /Status, /Date, /User, and /Task list in cells for interactive fields
Use apps like Elements Spreadsheet or Table Filter and Charts for advanced database-like behavior.
Quick answer: To use databases in Confluence, open a page and type /table. Next, add interactive fields to cells using /Status, /Date, /User, and /Task list. Finally, use apps like Elements Spreadsheet or Table Filter and Charts to achieve advanced database-like behavior.
About this Confluence tutorial
Create and manage databases in Confluence by inserting tables, adding interactive field types, and using apps for advanced features. This guide shows how to use Confluence Databases in 3 steps, starting with "Open a page and type /table" and finishing with "Use apps like Elements Spreadsheet or Table Filter and Charts for advanced database-lik...". 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 use Confluence Databases?
3 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 Use Confluence for Documentation, How To Use Confluence For Project Management and How To Use Confluence Whiteboard. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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