> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.notionapps.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.notionapps.com/release-notes/18-jul-2026-release.md). # 18 Jul 2026 Release Updates shipped after the major [12 Jul 2026 Automation Release](https://docs.notionapps.com/release-notes/12-jul-2026-release). {% hint style="info" %} **Scope**\ This page covers product updates after Automation / Workflow / Messaging launched. For the Automation release itself, start with the [12 Jul 2026 Release](https://docs.notionapps.com/release-notes/12-jul-2026-release) and the [Automation](https://docs.notionapps.com/automation) docs hub. {% endhint %} *** ### Forms & data entry #### Prefill Create Forms from a URL Makers can map Create Form fields to URL query parameters, copy a shareable form link, and open the form with values prefilled. **Supported field types (v1):** text, long text, number, toggle, single-select. **Docs:** [Prefill Create Forms from a URL](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/prefill-create-forms-from-a-url) #### Desktop form submit placement Opt-in desktop-only controls for Create/Update Form submit position and alignment. Mobile behavior is unchanged unless you change **Mobile position**. **Desktop position options:** * Match mobile (default) * Floating over content * End of form content * Sticky page footer **Desktop alignment:** Left, Center, or Right. **Docs:** [Control Desktop Form Submit Placement](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/control-desktop-form-submit-placement) *** ### Page content & reading experience #### Desktop table of contents for Page Content Opt-in table of contents preferences on the **Page Content** component for desktop preview and desktop browsers: * Show or hide the TOC * Pin headings open * Left or right position * Minimum headings before the TOC appears On mobile, Contents still opens as a compact list. **Docs:** * [Add a Table of Contents to Page Content](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/add-a-table-of-contents-to-page-content) * [Show Page Content](https://docs.notionapps.com/customize-app/show-page-content) *** ### Builder experience #### Admin-style left nav rail The builder left sidebar is now a wider icon-grid nav rail (aligned with the admin console), with hover flyovers, Automation entry when entitled, and an updated first-run tour. **Docs:** [Find Your Way Around the Builder Nav Rail](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/find-your-way-around-the-builder-nav-rail) #### Collapsible Screens configuration panel On Screens, makers can hide or show the right configuration panel to enlarge the preview. Primary actions stay available in a sticky footer. Covered in: [Find Your Way Around the Builder Nav Rail](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/find-your-way-around-the-builder-nav-rail) *** ### Plans & positioning #### Pro plan — custom code features clarified Custom fonts, CSS, and JavaScript are shown as included on Pro. **Docs:** * [Custom CSS Guide](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/custom-css-guide) * [Custom Font Guide](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/custom-font-guide) * [Custom Javascript Guide](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/custom-javascript-guide) *** ### Automation follow-ups #### Neutral conversation copy Automation Conversation screens use domain-neutral wording for broader use cases. **Docs:** * [Conversations and Messages](https://docs.notionapps.com/automation/native-automation-screens/conversations-and-messages) * [Messaging How-To Guide](https://docs.notionapps.com/automation/notionapps-messaging-how-to-guide) #### Template preview automation actions Template preview can exercise automation actions more reliably during demos and templates. **Related docs:** * [Live Demo Examples](https://docs.notionapps.com/automation/live-demo-examples) * FAQ: [How do I know a demo or template is safe for customers?](https://docs.notionapps.com/frequently-asked-questions/automation-how-do-i-know-a-demo-or-template-is-safe-for-customers) #### Automation catalog stability Fixed an Automation catalog crash when a control’s display properties were missing. *** ### Reliability & end-user fixes | Area | What improved | Related docs | | ------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Signatures | Signature pad loads correctly for remote and data URLs | [Signature Component](https://docs.notionapps.com/customize-app/type-of-components/signature-component) | | Desktop navigation | Top-nav overflow menu no longer clipped off the tab bar | [Desktop View](https://docs.notionapps.com/customize-app/desktop-view) | | Forms / navigation | Record submission callback route restore; React update-loop fixes on form, details, and list routes | — | | Multi-select | Multi-value Done crash after URL restore fixed | — | | In-app filters | Crash when matching rows were missing fixed | [In-app Filtering](https://docs.notionapps.com/customize-app/customize-a-screen/in-app-filtering) | | Builder | Sticky primary record when switching **View as**; publish race after sync wait; form-config crash on brief undefined components | — | | End-user | Additional boundary guards on known crash paths | — | *** ### Support experience #### Support tickets and attachments Support ticket creation and replies support attachments (images and PDFs) with an improved drag-and-drop experience. **Docs:** [NotionApps Support Ticket Guide](https://docs.notionapps.com/basics/notionapps-support-ticket-guide) *** ### New how-to guides These guides were published under [Guides](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides): | Guide | Link | | ----------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Prefill Create Forms from a URL | [Open guide](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/prefill-create-forms-from-a-url) | | Add a Table of Contents to Page Content | [Open guide](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/add-a-table-of-contents-to-page-content) | | Control Desktop Form Submit Placement | [Open guide](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/control-desktop-form-submit-placement) | | Find Your Way Around the Builder Nav Rail | [Open guide](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides/find-your-way-around-the-builder-nav-rail) | *** ### Related reading * [📢 Release Notes](https://docs.notionapps.com/release-notes) * [12 Jul 2026 Release](https://docs.notionapps.com/release-notes/12-jul-2026-release) * [Automation](https://docs.notionapps.com/automation) * [Guides](https://docs.notionapps.com/guides)