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How to set wide as the default page width for your users in Confluence

Here is how to set wide as the default page width for your users in confluence

  1. First click on the gear icon in the top right header
  2. Find "Settings" in the Confluence administration menu
  3. Next click on "Configuration"
  4. After that, select "General configuration" in the submenu
  5. In the Confluence setup section, locate the "Set the default page width for your users" setting
  6. Then, select “Wide” from the availabe options
  7. Finally scroll down and click on the "Save configuration changes" button

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Why should you set wide as the default page width for your users in Confluence

Confluence is a collaborative workspace designed to help teams create, share, and organize their work all in one place.

Setting wide as the default page width for your users in Confluence enhances readability and provides a more engaging visual experience by offering ample space for content and reducing the need for excessive scrolling.

This feature is particularly useful for teams dealing with extensive documentation or data-heavy projects, as it aids in presenting information more comprehensively and efficiently.

Overall, adopting the wide page width setting can improve user experience by making complex content easily accessible and visually appealing.

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June 2, 2026
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