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Tables and checklists

Lapis supports everyday Markdown tables and checklist syntax, and the markdown editor also understands grid-table layouts when a note needs more structure.

Standard pipe tables render directly in notes.

FeatureWhat it helps with
Pipe tablesSimple comparisons and compact reference data
Grid tablesMore elaborate layouts when plain tables are too limiting
PropertiesReusable metadata outside the table body

Use a regular table first. Reach for grid tables only when the note needs more layout control than a simple pipe table can give.

Task list syntax stays close to standard Markdown.

  • Draft project brief
  • Review meeting notes
  • Archive old drafts

Lapis renders checklist items in notes and can also promote task-oriented data into dedicated task workflows and structured views.

Use checklists for lightweight work tracking inside a note. When the work needs sorting, grouping, or dates across many notes, move up to:

  • Tasks for task-focused workflows
  • Bases for table and card views over metadata