How to Create and Customize Notion Callouts?

What is a Notion Callout Block?

A Notion callout block highlights specific information within your Notion pages. With a colorful background and icon, it draws attention to important notes, tips, or quotes, keeping your workspace functional and visually appealing.

How to Create a Notion Callout Block

To create a Notion callout block, follow the steps below:

1. Open Notion: Navigate to the page where you want to add the callout.
2. Add a Callout Block: Type /callout and select “Callout” from the dropdown menu.
3. Customize the Text: Enter the text you want to highlight.

How to Customize Notion Callout Blocks

Customizing Notion callout blocks are possible in three ways:

1. Changing Icons:
   • Click on the Icon: Hover over the callout block and click the default icon.
   • Choose a New Icon: Select an icon from the options or add a custom emoji.
2. Adjusting Font and Background Colors:
   • Select the Callout Block: Highlight the block.
   • Access Color Options: Click “Color” and choose text and background colors.
3. Adding Hyperlinks, Mentions, and Reminders:
   • Add a Hyperlink: Highlight text, click the link icon, and enter the URL.
   • Mention Someone: Type @ followed by a name or project.
   • Set a Reminder: Type @reminder followed by the date and time.

Use Cases for Notion Callouts

Below find some use cases for Notion callouts:

1. Highlighting Important Notes:
   Use callouts to flag key information like deadlines or risks in a project management page.
2. Sharing Tips & Tricks:
   Callouts can highlight actionable insights, such as writing tips in a blog post.
3. Showcasing Quotes:
   Emphasize memorable quotes in personal journals or presentations.

FAQs

1. How do I change the color of the Notion callout block?
   Click the callout block, select “Color,” and choose your background and text colors.
2. Can I add images or lists to a Notion callout block?
   Yes, drag and drop images into the block or use list formatting.
3. How do I make a callout block stand out more?
   Use contrasting colors, bold icons, or place it prominently on your page.