Placing a Notice

How do notice templates work?
Some publishers use fill-in-the-blank notice templates to make placing notices easier. These templates provide preset content and formatting based on ...
I can't find the type of notice I want to file. Now what?
Many of our publishers offer a selection of notice types in the form of a drop-down menu in the notice placement process. If you cannot find the speci...
I uploaded a file. Why is my notice not formatted correctly?
If you're attempting to upload a file into Column (like PDF, Word, or Pages files), you might find that the notice content in Column looks different f...
Can I save a draft of my notice?
If you start uploading a notice and need to leave the page before submitting it, you can save your notice as  a draft. To save a draft, click the X bu...
Can I include images in my notice?
Some publishers on Column accept text-based notices (also known as "liner notices") with images. If you're placing a notice in a publication that allo...
How do I create a table in my notice?
If you need to create a table in your notice, you can do so using the table button in the Column text editor:  To create a table, click the table butt...
What happens if I "request expert formatting"?
When you upload a notice file, you may see an option to "request expert formatting" or "send original file." These options mean the same thing: They b...
How do I place a notice?
We're so glad you asked! Below is a step-by-step guide to the notice placement process. If it's your first time using Column, you'll want to create an...
How can I place the same notice again?
If you need to place the same notice multiple times, Column enables you to duplicate a notice and resubmit it for publication. You can copy any notice...
What are notice names?
Notice names are titles you assign when you place new notice orders. These names should be straightforward and recognizable to make keeping track of n...
Can I upload multiple files?
Some publishers allow you to upload multiple files when placing a notice. However, most publishers allow only one file. If only one file is allowed, p...
Can I place a notice in multiple newspapers?
When placing a notice, you can only select one publisher per notice. However, you can quickly place the same notice in multiple newspapers by using ou...
Classifieds FAQ
How do I place a classified ad? Visit https://www.column.us/classifieds/place to get started. Provide your contact information. Choose the category ...
What are notice titles?
Some newspapers will require a title for your notice. A notice title is different from what you name your notice in Column (see What are notice n...
What newspaper should I choose to place my notice?
Selecting a newspaper publisher is the first step of notice placement. You will be prompted to choose a newspaper by typing in the newspaper name or u...