Pages and Basic Blocks

Learn how to create and manage pages, blocks, and text in Pivot for flexible content organization and collaboration.

Creating and managing pages, blocks, and text in Pivot allows for flexible content organization and collaboration. Whether you’re building hierarchical page structures, customizing blocks, or formatting text for clarity and emphasis, Pivot provides robust tools to streamline your workflow. This guide covers the essential features, including creating pages, block actions, heading styles, and text block functionalities.

Creating a Page Inside a Space

To create a page:

• Click the ”+” button: Located within the interface, it allows you to quickly add a new page.
• Use the ”/” command: Type / in the text editor and select Page from the dropdown menu.

Pages can also be created inside existing pages, allowing you to build hierarchical structures for better organization. For example, sub-pages within a main page might be necessary to break down complex topics or projects into manageable sections.

Block Actions

Blocks come with a variety of actions to help you manage and customize your content effectively:

• Delete: Remove the block entirely from your page if it’s no longer needed.
• Duplicate: Create a copy of the block for reuse or modification elsewhere.
• Copy link: Generate a link to the specific block for easy sharing or reference within the space.
• Change type: Transform the block into another type, such as changing a text block into a checklist or a table.
• Move: Relocate the block to another section of the page or to a different space entirely.
• Sync: Link the block across multiple pages so that updates made in one instance are reflected everywhere it’s synced.
• Color: Customize the block’s background or text color for better visual organization or emphasis.
• Font: Adjust the font style, size, or weight to match the tone or structure of the content.

These actions allow users to create, modify, and manage pages and blocks with ease, fostering an organized workflow.

Headings

Big Heading

The big heading is the largest and most prominent heading style.

Use cases:

• Title or main subject of a page.
• Highlighting key sections or overarching topics.
• Drawing attention to important concepts.

Medium Heading

The medium heading offers a balanced size that works well for subtopics or secondary sections.

Use cases:

• Dividing a page into multiple subsections.
• Creating visual hierarchy under a big heading.

Small Heading

The small heading is ideal for the least prominent but still important subtopics.

Use cases:

• Breaking down content further under medium headings.
• Labeling detailed lists, tables, or sections.

Text Block

The text block is a fundamental feature in Pivot, designed to support all your writing needs. From drafting ideas and creating detailed documentation to collaborating with team members, the text block offers a flexible platform for structured and creative content. With its robust formatting options, it enables you to organize and present information effectively.

Pivot’s text blocks come equipped with various formatting tools to enhance clarity, structure, and emphasis:

• Bold: Highlight key words or phrases for emphasis.
• Italics: Add subtle emphasis or distinguish specific terms.
• Underline: Draw attention to critical points or key sections.
• Strikethrough: Indicate outdated or unnecessary information without removing it.
• Code block: Format text as code, useful for sharing snippets or technical information.
• Indent: Adjust the text alignment for hierarchical organization or quotes.
• Color: Customize the text color to emphasize or visually categorize content.
• Add link: Hyperlink text to external websites, other pages, or blocks within Pivot.
• Comment: Enable team collaboration by leaving comments directly on text for feedback or discussion.

Lists

Bullet Lists

Bullet lists are ideal for grouping related items without emphasizing order or hierarchy.

Use cases:

• Highlighting ideas or features.
• Creating simple to-do lists.
• Summarizing concepts.

You can add links, comments, or other styling options to bullet points to enrich the content.

Numbered Lists

Numbered lists are perfect for presenting items in a specific order or sequence.

Use cases:

• Step-by-step instructions.
• Ranking priorities or tasks.
• Structured outlines.

Checkbox

Checkbox lists are a versatile tool in Pivot that help you manage tasks, track progress, and organize workflows. They offer a clear visual representation of completed and pending items, making them especially useful for personal to-do lists, team task assignments, or collaborative project tracking.

Quote

The quote block is a great tool for highlighting important statements, ideas, or insights in your content. By visually setting text apart, it helps emphasize key points and creates a professional, structured appearance.

Use cases:

• Reference someone’s words.
• Summarize a key idea.
• Spotlight important content.

Divider

The divider block is a simple yet powerful tool for organizing content visually. By creating a horizontal line, the divider block helps separate sections, ideas, or categories, making your content easier to read and visually appealing.

Callouts

The callout block is a highly effective tool for drawing attention to specific information within your page. Whether you want to highlight key points, provide important notes, or emphasize warnings, the callout block ensures your message stands out.