How to edit fields in Airtable
Learn how to edit fields in Airtable: open a field's header menu, choose Edit field, rename it or review its type, and save the change to your grid.
Quick answer
To edit a field in Airtable, hover over the field header, click the arrow to open its menu, and choose Edit field. Change the name, adjust the field type if you need to, then click Save. The grid header updates straight away and your records stay in place.
Steps at a glance
- Hover the field header and click its arrow
- Choose Edit field from the menu
- Type a new name in Field name (optional)
- Click Save
- Check the updated header in the grid
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Summary
Editing a field lets you rename it or change its type without rebuilding your table. The same menu also offers options to duplicate, hide or delete a field. It keeps your base accurate as your project changes.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Open the field menu
Hover over the header of the field you want to change, such as Notes. Click the small arrow that appears at the right edge of the header to open the field menu.
Step 2
Choose Edit field
The menu lists options such as Duplicate field, Hide field and Delete field. Click **Edit field** at the top to open the field customization dialog.
Step 3
Rename the field
In the dialog, click the **Field name (optional)** box and type the new name, for example Project notes. The dialog also shows a **Field type** button, currently set to Long text, if you want to review the type.
Step 4
Save your changes
Click **Save** to apply the edit. Use Cancel instead if you want to close the dialog without changing anything.
Step 5
Check the new field name
The grid header now shows **Project notes** in place of the old name. Your records stay in their rows.
Why this matters
You started a table with a quick label like Notes, and now your team needs a clearer name. Editing the field in place fixes the header for everyone without touching a single record or recreating the column.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I find the option to edit a field?
Click the arrow on the field header to open the field menu, then choose Edit field.
What else is in the field menu?
The menu also lists Duplicate field, Hide field and Delete field, plus options to sort, filter and group by the field.
Related guides
Continue with more step-by-step guides for getting work done.
How to add a new field in AirtableAdd a new field to an Airtable table from grid view: open the add field menu, pick a field type, name it, and create the new column in seconds.
How to add formulas in AirtableAdd a formula field in Airtable to combine or calculate from existing fields. Choose Formula, name the field, type the expression and check results.
How to add records in AirtableAdd records to an Airtable table in Grid view: click the plus under the last row, type a name into the new row, and check the record count.
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