How to Create Multiple Columns On Obsidian

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One feature obsidian was missing recently has been filled by Cameron Robinson with a new plugin. The plugin is called ‘Multi-Column Markdown’. This plugin lets you create columns and structure your content in markdown format.

Instead of having a vertical linear format, this plugin helps you create different blocks of data that can be laid out horizontally. It extends the functionality of obsidian and you can use it to structure your note in creative ways.

In this article, I’ll show you how you create multiple columns in obsidian with the help of the ‘Multi-Column Markdown’ Plugin.

Installing the Plugin

The first step is to install the plugin from the obsidian community. I guess you already know this process. Here are the steps to follow:

• Go to settings> plugins> Turn off safe Mode
• Go to Browse Community Plugins
• Search for the ‘Multi-column Markdown’ Plugin
• Install it and then enable it

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