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Dashboard Columns Settings
Control how many columns your dashboard widgets display in. Choose 1, 2, 3, or 4 columns to optimize your dashboard for your screen size and workflow preferences.
Use Cases
- Expand to 4 columns on ultra-wide monitors to utilize horizontal space and see all widgets at once
- Force 1-column layout for content writers who prefer a focused, distraction-free view
- Set 2 columns for team members managing sites on tablets
How It Works
- Select your preferred number of columns (1-4)
- Save the settings
- Dashboard widgets automatically arrange in your chosen layout
- Drag widgets between columns to organize your view
Settings
| Setting | Options | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Columns | 1, 2, 3, 4 | 2 |
Column Layouts
1 Column (Full Width)
- Widgets stack vertically
- Each widget uses full dashboard width
- Good for focused, single-task workflows
- Best for narrow screens or tablet use
2 Columns (Default)
- Standard WordPress layout
- Widgets split into two equal columns
- Balanced view for most screen sizes
- Good for 13-15" laptop screens
3 Columns
- More density without feeling cramped
- Good for 24-27" monitors
- Allows more widgets visible at once
- Popular choice for power users
4 Columns
- Maximum information density
- Ideal for 32"+ ultra-wide monitors
- See all your widgets without scrolling
- Best for dashboard-centric workflows
Widget Organization
After changing column count:
- Widgets redistribute across the new columns
- Drag widgets between columns to rearrange
- WordPress remembers your widget positions
- Each column is independently sortable
Verification
After saving your settings:
- Navigate to Dashboard → Home
- Count the visible widget columns
- Verify widgets have redistributed
- Try dragging widgets between columns
FAQ
Will my widget positions reset when I change columns?
WordPress attempts to preserve widget order, but some repositioning may occur. After changing columns, drag widgets to your preferred locations—WordPress will remember.Does this affect other users?
Yes, the column setting applies to all admin users. However, each user’s individual widget positions within those columns are saved separately.Why don’t I see 3 or 4 columns as options normally?
By default, WordPress only offers 1-2 columns in Screen Options. This module unlocks 3 and 4 column layouts that are normally hidden.Can I have different column counts for different users?
No, this module sets a global column preference. Individual users cannot override it.Some widgets look too narrow in 4 columns. What can I do?
Widgets designed for 2-column layouts may look compressed in 4 columns. Consider using 3 columns as a balance, or accept that some widgets work better in wider layouts.Use the Screen Options (top-right of dashboard) to hide widgets you don’t need, reducing clutter regardless of column count.
Recommended Column Counts
| Screen Size | Recommended |
|---|---|
| 13" laptop | 1-2 columns |
| 15" laptop | 2 columns |
| 24" monitor | 2-3 columns |
| 27" monitor | 3-4 columns |
| 32"+ ultrawide | 4 columns |
| Tablet | 1-2 columns |
Combining with Other Modules
Clean Dashboard + 1 Column
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Content Report Widget + 2 Columns
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Custom Dashboard Welcome + 3-4 Columns
Full-width welcome banner with multiple stat widgets below in dense layout.
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