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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.

Definition

Heading 3 is one of Notion’s three built-in heading styles. It appears smaller than Heading 1 and Heading 2, making it ideal for labeling deeper subsections within a page. Each heading block lets you quickly establish a logical structure, helping readers scan and navigate large documents.

Usage & Context

Use Heading 3 when you need an intermediate subheading under Heading 2. In long guides, meeting notes or project docs, it breaks content into digestible parts. To insert, type “/h3” or select “Heading 3” from the block menu and start typing your subtitle.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I create a Heading 3?
Type “/h3” and press Enter, or click the “+” block handle, choose “Text & Media” and select “Heading 3.”
What’s the difference between Heading 2 and Heading 3?
Heading 2 is larger and used for primary sections. Heading 3 is smaller, used for nested subsections under Heading 2 for more granular structure.
Can I style Heading 3 text?
Yes. Select the heading text and use the pop-up toolbar to apply bold, italic, color highlights or inline code formatting.
Is there a keyboard shortcut?
On Mac, use Cmd+Opt+3. On Windows, use Ctrl+Alt+3 to convert a text block into Heading 3.

Benefits

By using Heading 3, you create a clear, consistent hierarchy in your Notion pages. It improves readability, helps team members locate specific info quickly, and keeps long documents well organized.

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Related Terms

Heading 1

Blocks & Formatting+2

Heading 1 is the largest title style in Notion, creating primary section titles that improve document structure and readability.

Heading 2

Blocks & Formatting+2

Heading 2 is Notion’s second-level heading block. It organizes content into clear sub-sections for improved readability and structure.

Bulleted List

Blocks & Formatting+2

A Bulleted List in Notion is a block type for creating unordered lists, organizing content into bullet points to improve readability and structure.

Keyboard Shortcuts

Shortcuts & Productivity Hacks+2

Keyboard shortcuts in Notion are key combinations that let you perform actions—like formatting text, navigating pages, and adding blocks—faster than using menus.

Table of Contents

Blocks & Formatting+2

A dynamic block that auto-generates a list of page headings, creating a clickable outline for easy navigation across long Notion pages.

Conclusion

Heading 3 plays a key role in building structured, scannable Notion pages. As a medium-level heading, it bridges primary and minor topics, making complex content easier to follow and understand.

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