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Create and manage layouts

Layouts can help the readability and the visual presentation of your content. They let you create:

  • Narrower columns to optimize readability

  • Wider page widths

  • More page space

Create a layout

To create a layout:

  • Type /layout on the page

  • Select the Layouts icon in the toolbar, or

  • Copy and paste a Layout from another page

Layouts in the new Confluence editor

Choose column position

Once the layout section is on the page, select between:

  • Two columns

  • Three columns

  • A right or left sidebar, or

  • Three columns with sidebars

Inserted defaults within a layout in Confluence

Manage a layout

When you select the entire layout, a floating toolbar with layout controls appears. This toolbar lets you:

  • Copy the layout

  • Move the layout around the page

  • Remove the layout: select the trash can icon in the floating toolbar.

  • Adjust layout width: Layouts can be centered, wide, or full-width on the page, allowing you to control how your content is displayed.

By effectively using layouts, you can enhance the readability and visual impact of your pages, making your content more engaging and accessible to your audience.

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