How to Add a Checkbox Custom Field to a Trello Board

October 18, 2026·2 min read

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Custom fields in Trello allow you to add extra information to your cards beyond the standard options. This guide will show you how to add a checkbox custom field to a Trello board, useful for tracking simple true/false states or completion statuses.

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Here's how to add a checkbox custom field to a trello board in Trello

Navigate to Your Trello Boards
From your Trello home screen, click on the 'Boards' option located in the left sidebar. This will display all your available boards.
Select a Board
Choose the specific Trello board where you intend to add the new checkbox custom field. Click on the board's title or image to open it.
Open the Board Menu
Once inside the board, locate and click the 'Show menu' icon, represented by three dots, in the top-right corner of the screen. This action will open the board's side menu.
Access Custom Fields Settings
In the opened board menu, scroll down and click on the 'Custom Fields' option. This will open the custom fields management panel.
Create a New Custom Field
Within the Custom Fields panel, click the '+ New field' button. This action will open a form to define your new custom field.
Define the Checkbox Field
Enter a title for your custom field in the 'Title' input box. Then, click the 'Type' dropdown and select 'Checkbox' from the options. Finally, click 'Create' to add the field.

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