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How to Add Columns in Mailchimp

Updated on:
May 8, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to insert multi-column layouts into your Mailchimp email campaigns.

Quick summary

Adding columns in Mailchimp's email editor lets you create structured, multi-section layouts using the drag-and-drop Layouts tab. This feature helps marketers build visually organized emails without any coding knowledge.


Steps

  1. On your dashboard, click Create in the left column to start a new campaign.
  2. Navigate to Design Email from the campaign setup screen.
  3. In the Content section, click Design Email to open the email editor.
  4. Choose a template from the gallery or build one from scratch.
  5. In the Add section, open the Layouts tab to browse available column structures.
  6. Select your preferred column layout and drag-and-drop it into your desired position in the email.
  7. Once the column is added, select it to edit its attributes using the left-side panel.

📌 Why this matters

Adding columns in Mailchimp's email editor allows marketers to create multi-section, visually structured email layouts without writing a single line of code. The drag-and-drop Layouts tab makes it easy to arrange content side by side, improving readability and click-through rates. Multi-column email designs are proven to boost engagement by presenting information in a scannable, organized format. This feature is essential for any email marketing team looking to produce professional, high-converting campaigns directly inside Mailchimp.
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