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When working on complex formulas or creating Notion templates for others, adding comments can be incredibly helpful.
Fortunately, with the launch of formulas 2.0, Notion introduced a new multi-line formula editor that includes the ability to add tabs and comments.
To add a comment in any Notion formula, simply enclose the comment text within /* */ symbols. This works for both single-line and multi-line comments.
Using Comments to Enhance Clarity in Notion Formulas
First and foremost, adding comments to formulas clarifies the logic and purpose behind each part, making it easier for others — and your future self — to understand, modify, and troubleshoot the formula.
Example #1: Single-Line Comment
if(
prop("Question") == "How To Notion Formula Comments",
"Check Benny Builds It", /* This is a single-line comment. */
false
)Example #2: Multi-Line Comment
if(
prop("Question") == "How To Notion Formula Comments",
/* This is a
multi-line
comment. */
"Check Benny Builds It",
false
)Using Comments to Disable Notion Formula Sections
Secondly, enclosing a section of a formula within /* */ symbols allows you to disable that section's functionality while keeping it in the formula.
This is especially helpful when experimenting with different formula approaches, as it lets you temporarily disable a section without permanently deleting it, making it easy to revert if needed.
Example #1: Single-Line Disabled Section
if(prop("Question") == "How To Notion Formula Comments",
"Check Benny Builds It",
/* if(prop("Answer") == "Found", true, false), */
false)Example #2: Multi-Line Disabled Section
if(
prop("Question") == "How To Notion Formula Comments"
"Check Benny Builds It",
/* if(
if(prop("Answer") == "Found",
true,
false
),
*/
false
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