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A site column is a reusable column definition, or template, that you can assign to multiple lists across multiple SharePoint sites. One of the most basic elements that can be added to a SharePoint project, site columns not only ensure consistency of metadata across sites and lists but also reduces re-work.
A content type is a reusable collection of metadata (columns), workflow, behavior, and other settings for a category of items or documents in a SharePoint Server list or document library. Content types enable you to manage the settings for a category of information in a centralized, reusable way.
How do you create a column in SharePoint?
To create site column in SharePoint online, follow these steps: Login to SharePoint online site. On Site Settings page, Click on “Site Columns” link under “Web Designer Galleries” group. In Site Columns page, Click on “Create” Link at the top. In create column page, Enter the name for your site column.
Navigate to the list or library you want to create a column in.
Edit (Linked to Edit Item): Displays an icon that a user can click to edit the item.
How do I change columns in SharePoint list?
Here is how to rename a List column in SharePoint Online: Navigate to your target SharePoint online list >> Go to List settings page. Pick any column such as “Title” from “Columns” section. You’ll get Edit Column page. Now you can rename the field at “Column Name” and Hit “OK” button to save your changes.