Easy Tech TutsHow to Add Tags in Airtable, Create Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Tags in Airtable aren't a separate feature — they're built using a Multiple Select or Single Select field, which lets you assign custom color-coded labels and then filter or group records by them. This guide covers setting up the field, customizing tag colors, and using them to organize your data.
01Open your target table
Navigate to the table where you want to add tagging to your records.
02Add a Multiple Select field
Click Add Field and choose the Multiple Select data type, which allows records to hold more than one tag at once.
03Create your tag labels
Type in custom text labels within the field configuration to serve as your available tags.
04Assign colors to each tag
Customize the color of each individual tag to build a visually consistent categorization system across your grid.
05Apply tags to records
Use the dropdown selector on each row to apply one or more tags to that record.
06Filter and group by tags
Use grid filters and grouping tools to sort your database based on which tags are assigned.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Single Select and Multiple Select for tags?
Single Select allows only one tag per record, while Multiple Select allows a record to carry several tags at once.
Can I change a tag's color after creating it?
Yes, you can edit any tag's assigned color at any time through the field's configuration menu.
Is there a limit to how many tags I can create?
Airtable allows a large number of options within a Select field, though very long lists can become harder to manage visually.
Can I filter records by multiple tags at once?
Yes, grid filters support matching against multiple selected tag values within a Multiple Select field.
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