Notion has released a highly requested update for Relation properties, introducing a filterable picker that allows users to narrow down page selections by status, such as “Verified” or “Archived”.

This update addresses a long-standing workflow bottleneck where relating items in large databases often meant wading through hundreds of outdated or irrelevant entries. On Business and Enterprise plans, you can now toggle filters directly within the relation popup to show only “All pages (excluding archived)”, “Verified pages only”, or “Archived pages only”. This level of granular control ensures data integrity by preventing users from accidentally linking to deprecated records or unverified drafts. It makes complex relational databases—like those used for SOPs, legal documentation, or project management—significantly easier to maintain and set up.

To use this, click into any Relation property in a database. In the selection menu that appears, look for the filter icon in the top right corner. From the dropdown, select your desired filter criteria to instantly refine the list of available pages.