# Column

The column block is a unique [`columns`](/blocks/columns.md) block child. It acts like the div block and offers the same customisations.

{% hint style="info" %}
It cannot exist on its own but is included in an added columns block.
{% endhint %}

## Add

Column blocks are automatically added when you select a Columns layout in the Layout Panel.

Column blocks can also be added from the Block Inspector when you select a Columns block.

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### From Layout

{% content-ref url="/pages/a8Mn4RO9Med3Eqcgaddw" %}
[Add](/blocks/columns/add.md)
{% endcontent-ref %}

### From a Columns Block

{% content-ref url="/pages/2niVjrKnR7leaUzpLQNi" %}
[Settings](/blocks/columns/columns.md)
{% endcontent-ref %}

## Grid Viewer

For child specific CSS grid see:

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[CSS Grid](/cwicly/css-grid.md)
{% endcontent-ref %}


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