Create a list from the Lists app

Try it!

Track information and organize work with Microsoft Lists. Create a list from scratch, from Excel, from an existing list, or from a template.

You can get started from Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, or SharePoint. From Microsoft 365:

1. Select App launcher > All apps > Lists.
    

   Tip: If you don't see the Lists app here, use the Search box to search for Lists.

2. Select New list.

3. Choose how you want to create the list:

   • Blank list: Start from scratch

   • From Excel: - Bring in table data from Excel

   • From existing list: Start with the formatting from another list

   • A template

4. Choose the options for your list, then Create.

5. To add items, select New, fill in the form, and select Save. 

Want more?

Add or edit list items