Definition

Breadcrumb in Notion is the horizontal trail of linked page titles that appears at the top of any open page. It represents the nested structure of your workspace, showing parent and ancestor pages in sequence. Each segment is clickable, allowing quick jumps to higher-level pages without returning to the sidebar. This feature helps maintain context when working deep inside a page tree. Rather than losing your place in a complex hierarchy, you can always see exactly where you are and navigate to related sections in one click.

Usage & Context

You’ll see the breadcrumb trail whenever you open a page that resides inside another page or sub-page. Use it to move back to the parent page or any ancestor without closing your current view. Simply click on any segment, and Notion takes you there instantly. Breadcrumbs also help when sharing or collaborating: teammates can understand the structure and find related content quickly. It’s especially handy in large wikis or project documentation, where pages often nest several levels deep.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hide the breadcrumb trail?: Notion doesn’t currently offer a way to hide breadcrumbs. They remain visible at the top of every nested page to help with navigation.
Does the breadcrumb update automatically?: Yes. As you create or move pages within the hierarchy, the breadcrumb trail updates in real time to reflect the new parent and ancestor pages.
Can I copy the breadcrumb path?: While you can’t copy the trail as text directly, you can click each segment to open that page and then copy its link from the ••• menu in the top right.
Do breadcrumbs appear on top-level pages?: No. Only pages that have at least one parent will display a breadcrumb trail. Top-level pages in the sidebar show no breadcrumb.

Benefits

Breadcrumbs streamline navigation by keeping you oriented within multi-level page structures, reducing clicks and helping you move between related pages in one click.

Related Terms

Layout

Blocks & Formatting+2

Arrangement of content blocks to create structured pages, using columns, sections, and spacing for clear visual hierarchy.

Link to Page

Blocks & Formatting+2

A block that links to an existing Notion page, enabling seamless navigation and interconnected content across your workspace.

Page

Core Concepts+2

A Page in Notion is a flexible, modular workspace for organizing text, media, databases, and sub-pages. It serves as the primary building block for structuring your workspace.

Page Link

Blocks & Formatting+2

A Page Link block connects to another Notion page, enabling fast navigation, organization, and reference without duplicating content.

Parent Page

Core Concepts+2

In Notion, a Parent Page is the top-level page that contains nested subpages, enabling hierarchical organization and navigation of your workspace.

Sub-page

Core Concepts+2

A sub-page is a page nested within another page in Notion, providing hierarchical organization and streamlined navigation for complex content.

Wiki

Core Concepts+2

A Wiki in Notion is a structured, interconnected collection of pages that serve as a collaborative knowledge base. It lets teams document and share information seamlessly.

Conclusion

Breadcrumbs are a simple yet essential navigation aid in Notion. They provide clarity on your current location in a workspace hierarchy and speed up movement between pages, enhancing productivity.

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