Heading 1
Heading 1 is the largest title style in Notion, creating primary section titles that improve document structure and readability.
Definition
Heading 1 is a block type in Notion that displays the largest font size among heading styles. It serves as the main title for a page or major section, helping users establish clear content hierarchy and visual focus. By marking primary headings with Heading 1, you create a structured outline that guides readers through your document. Unlike plain text, Heading 1 blocks include built-in spacing and emphasis, making them stand out in any Notion page. You can mix Heading 1 with subheadings (Heading 2 and Heading 3), body text, and other blocks to build a well-organized layout.
Usage & Context
Use Heading 1 at the start of a new page or at the top of major sections to label critical topics. To insert it, type “/heading 1” in the editor or press # and space at the beginning of a line. You can also open the command palette (Cmd/Ctrl+P) and search for “Heading 1.” Heading 1 works seamlessly with page navigation and table of contents blocks. When you export your page to PDF or Markdown, Heading 1 maps to the highest-level heading in the output, preserving your document’s structure across formats.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I add a Heading 1 block?
- Type “/heading 1” and press Enter, or type # followed by a space at the start of a new line. You can also select Heading 1 from the block menu or command palette.
- What’s the difference between Heading 1, 2, and 3?
- Heading 1 is the largest and most prominent. Heading 2 is slightly smaller for subsections, and Heading 3 is smaller still for minor subheadings.
- Can I change the color of a Heading 1?
- Yes. Click the ⋯ menu on the block, choose Color, and select a text or background color to customize your heading.
- Will Heading 1 appear in the page’s table of contents?
- Yes. A Table of Contents block automatically includes any Heading 1, 2, or 3 blocks, providing links to each section.
Benefits
Using Heading 1 improves readability by clearly marking main topics, guiding readers through your content and making long pages easier to scan.
Related Terms
Bulleted List
A Bulleted List in Notion is a block type for creating unordered lists, organizing content into bullet points to improve readability and structure.
Callout
A Callout is a Notion block that highlights content with an icon and colored background to draw attention to important notes, tips, or warnings.
Divider
A horizontal line block in Notion that visually separates sections or content areas within a page, improving readability and organization.
Code Block
A Code Block in Notion lets you embed formatted code snippets with syntax highlighting, language selection, and copy-to-clipboard functionality.
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.
Heading 2
Heading 2 is Notion’s second-level heading block. It organizes content into clear sub-sections for improved readability and structure.
Heading 3
Heading 3 is the medium-level heading block in Notion. It creates clear sub-section titles below Heading 2 to organize your page’s content hierarchy.
Keyboard Shortcuts
Keyboard shortcuts in Notion are key combinations that let you perform actions—like formatting text, navigating pages, and adding blocks—faster than using menus.
Layout
Arrangement of content blocks to create structured pages, using columns, sections, and spacing for clear visual hierarchy.
Markdown Support
Notion's Markdown Support lets you use Markdown syntax to quickly format text. Write headers, lists, links, and more with simple markdown shortcuts that auto-convert to rich blocks.
Quote Block
A block that formats text with a vertical bar to highlight quoted material or important lines. Ideal for attributing statements and emphasizing key insights in Notion pages.
Table of Contents
A dynamic block that auto-generates a list of page headings, creating a clickable outline for easy navigation across long Notion pages.
Conclusion
Heading 1 is essential for structuring information in Notion. By distinguishing primary sections with a bold, large font, you create an intuitive outline that enhances navigation, collaboration, and exportability.
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