How to Add a Column Separator Line in SharePoint Lists
Question details
The user is looking for a way to add a solid vertical separator line between columns in a SharePoint Online list or library.
- Product
- SharePoint Online
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Customizing the display view of a SharePoint list or document library to improve data readability.
- Observed behavior
- SharePoint Online lists and libraries currently do not provide a built-in setting or UI option for adding a solid vertical separator between columns.
Keep in mind that since there is no native UI toggle for vertical column dividers in SharePoint Online, resolving this requires submitting or upvoting a feature request on the official Microsoft portal.
Submit a Feature Request via the Microsoft Feedback Portal
Since SharePoint does not currently offer a built-in option for column separators, the official recommendation is to request this feature directly from the Microsoft development team.
Microsoft actively monitors user feedback to prioritize new features. Submitting a request or voting on an existing one is the best way to encourage the addition of native column separators in future SharePoint updates.
Open your web browser and navigate to the official Microsoft Feedback Portal specifically for SharePoint.
Use the portal's search bar to look for 'column separator line in SharePoint lists' to see if other users have already submitted this idea.
If you find a matching request, click the 'Vote' button to increase its visibility. If no exact match exists, create and submit a new feature request detailing your need for vertical separators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many votes are required for Microsoft to implement a new SharePoint feature?
Microsoft does not publish a fixed number of votes required for feature development. The product group reviews user feedback continuously to evaluate the feasibility and demand for possible future updates.
How will I know if the column separator feature is approved and released?
If the product team approves the request, updates will typically be published on the public Microsoft 365 Roadmap. Additionally, tenant administrators may receive a formal notification message in the Microsoft 365 admin center.
Can I use JSON column formatting to create a separator in SharePoint?
While the native list settings do not support it, advanced users can sometimes use SharePoint column formatting with custom JSON to add CSS borders to specific columns. However, there is no simple toggle to enable a standardized vertical separator line across the entire list.
