In summary: Duplicating columns in Smartsheet allows you to reuse type, options, formatting, and validations without copying existing data in cells.
Creating repeated structures in a spreadsheet just got simpler. Smartsheet now allows you to duplicate a column while preserving its properties, settings, and formatting, without copying existing data in the cells.
What changed
Duplication maintains elements such as column type, drop-down list and contact options, colors, formatting, validation, description, and other settings. The new column is created with empty cells, ready to receive different information.
How it works in practice
The feature is useful when two or more columns share the same configuration logic. Instead of manually recreating each option and rule, the user starts from an existing structure and changes only what is necessary.
Impact for teams
The new feature reduces configuration errors and accelerates spreadsheet standardization. Common cases include period assessments, similar approval fields, assignee lists, and equivalent multi-step models.
How to prepare
After duplicating, review the column name, description, and any properties that need to be unique. Since the data is not copied, confirm that the goal is to replicate just the structure before using the feature.
Availability
The functionality was announced for the Pro, Business, Enterprise and Advanced Work Management plans.
FAQ about Duplicating Columns in Smartsheet
Does duplicating a column also copy the data?
No. The new column preserves the structure and properties, but its cells are created empty.
What properties are preserved?
Type, list and contact options, colors, formatting, validation, description and other supported settings.
When is it worth duplicating a column?
When different fields need to share the same structure, validation logic, or selection options.
Keep learning about Smartsheet
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Count on TaskIT
TaskIT supports companies in the implementation, evolution and governance of Smartsheet. Our team can help assess the impact of this update, structure a pilot and adapt processes, automations, reports and training to safely take advantage of the feature.
Talk to TaskIT to plan the next steps in your environment.
Source: Official Smartsheet Release Notes. Features and availability may be changed by the manufacturer.
