How to Add and Manage Images in Notion

Notion is a powerful Productivity tool that allows users to create and organize information in various formats. One of the key features of Notion is its ability to handle images, making it easy to include visual aids in your notes, documents, or databases. In this article, we will explore updated methods on how to add and manage images in Notion, including best practices for organizing and formatting them with the latest Notion features.

Adding Images in Notion

To add an image in Notion, follow these steps:

1. Drag and Drop: Simply drag and drop an image file from your computer (or cloud storage) directly onto your Notion page. Notion will automatically upload and display the image where you dropped it.

2. Copy and Paste: If you have an image copied to your clipboard, paste it directly into Notion. Right-click on the desired location in your page and select Paste, or use the keyboard shortcut CTRL + V (Windows) or CMD + V (Mac).

3. Insert from Web: Notion also supports inserting images via URL. Right-click at the desired location, choose Link to, and enter the direct URL of the image. This is especially useful for integrating images hosted on other platforms.

After the image is added, you can easily resize it by clicking and dragging its corners, or adjust its dimensions using the options in the toolbar.

Managing Images in Notion

Once you have added an image to your Notion page, here are several ways to manage and customize it:

Caption and Alt Text

Notion now offers improved accessibility options. You can add a caption to provide context or additional information, and include alt text for accessibility. Follow these steps:

1. Click on the image to select it.
2. Use the toolbar options to add a caption and alt text.
3. Enter your desired text in the available fields.

Image Alignment

Aligning images in Notion is simple. You can set images to align to the left, center, or right of your page. To adjust the alignment:

1. Click on the image to activate it.
2. Locate the alignment options in the toolbar.
3. Choose your preferred alignment.

Image Resizing

Notion makes resizing images straightforward. You can adjust an image’s size during the initial upload or later on:

1. Click on the image to select it.
2. Drag any corner to resize proportionally.
3. To change the dimensions without keeping the aspect ratio, hold down the SHIFT key while dragging.

Image Positioning

Images in Notion can be repositioned by simply clicking and dragging them to a new location on the page. The layout will automatically adjust to accommodate the new image placement.

Image Databases

For projects that involve large collections of visuals—like mood boards, inspiration galleries, or reference libraries—Notion’s image database feature is invaluable. To create an image database:

1. Create a new page and choose a database template.
2. Add a property for images, ensuring the property type is set to Files & media.
3. Upload images or link to images as needed.

With an image database, you can easily search, filter, and organize your visual content based on tags or other criteria, making your workflow even more efficient.

Conclusion

Notion provides a seamless, updated set of tools to add and manage images in your notes, documents, and databases. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can enhance your content with visual elements, add captions and alt text for accessibility, adjust alignments and sizes, freely position images, and even create comprehensive image databases. Integrating images into your Notion Workspace can significantly boost both the visual appeal and the informational value of your content.