Calendar View
A database view displaying items on a monthly calendar layout based on a date property, helping you organize events, tasks, and deadlines chronologically.
Definition
The Calendar view in Notion is a database view type that displays entries based on a date property in a traditional calendar layout. You assign a date field to each record (such as due dates or event times), and Notion positions the items on a monthly or weekly grid. This visual setup makes it easy to see when tasks, meetings, and milestones are scheduled throughout the month. Need help? Check the official help page.
Usage & Context
To use Calendar view, ensure your database has at least one Date property. Click “Add a View,” choose “Calendar,” name it, and select the date field you want to display. Once created, you can drag items to new dates on the calendar, create new entries directly in a time slot, and switch between month and week layouts. Filters and sorts can further refine which entries appear, based on status, tags, or other properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I add a Calendar view to my database?
- Open your database, click “Add a View,” select “Calendar,” give it a name, and pick the Date property you want to visualize on the calendar.
- Can I filter items in the Calendar view?
- Yes. Click “Filter” at the top of the view to set criteria—such as tags, status, or assigned user—to show only relevant entries.
- How do I change which date property is shown?
- Click the ••• menu in the view tab, choose “Properties,” then set the Date property that the calendar should use.
- Can I color-code entries in Calendar?
- Use a Select or Multi-Select property and assign colors to each option. The calendar will display each entry in its assigned color.
- Does Notion Calendar sync with Google Calendar?
- Not directly. You can use third-party integrations or build a sync using the Notion API to push or pull events to Google Calendar.
Benefits
The Calendar view offers a clear, time-based perspective on your projects and events, making it easy to spot upcoming deadlines, balance workloads, and plan meetings or initiatives across days and weeks.
Related Terms
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Automation
Use Automations in Notion to trigger actions—like creating pages, sending notifications, or updating records—when specific events occur, saving time on repetitive tasks.
API
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CRM
A CRM in Notion is a customizable database to track customer relationships, manage leads, and streamline sales processes within your workspace.
Custom Properties
User-defined database fields in Notion that let you capture and structure data with tailored property types.
Database
A Database in Notion is a collection of structured pages with customizable properties and flexible views. Organize and track tasks, notes, projects, or any data dynamically.
Database Filter
Filters let you narrow down database entries based on property conditions. Use filters to display only the records you need in any view.
Database Grouping
Group database entries by property values into collapsible sections for clearer organization and navigation in Notion.
Date
The Date property stores single dates or date ranges for entries in Notion databases. Use it to schedule events, track deadlines, set reminders, and filter by time.
Date Manipulation
Techniques for calculating, adjusting, and formatting date properties in Notion using formulas and built-in functions for dynamic scheduling and reminders.
Date Mention
An inline reference to a date value or date property within any Notion text block. Clickable and editable, it links directly to the Notion date picker and related database entry.
Gallery
Gallery view lets you display database items as image-driven cards in a grid. Ideal for portfolios, mood boards, and visual content libraries.
Habit Tracker
A Habit Tracker in Notion is a customizable database template that helps you log, analyze, and visualize daily habits using properties like dates, checkboxes, and formulas.
Project Management
Coordinating tasks, resources, and timelines in Notion using databases, views, and templates to plan, track, and deliver projects efficiently.
Roadmap
A visual plan created using Notion’s database views to outline milestones, timelines, and deliverables for projects or products.
Table
A Table is a core database view in Notion that presents entries in rows and columns for easy data organization and management.
Timeline
A database view in Notion that displays items along a chronological bar using date properties for scheduling and visual project planning.
Conclusion
As a core database view in Notion, Calendar helps teams and individuals turn date-driven information into an intuitive visual timeline. It’s essential for project planning, event management, and deadline tracking, giving you a high-level overview and interactive scheduling in one place.
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