How to Connect Two SharePoint Lists
- George Apostolov
How to Connect Two SharePoint Lists: step-by-step guide
On the main dashboard of your SharePoint list, tap the 'Add Column' option.
Select 'Lookup' from the list of options.
After that, tap 'Next' to proceed.
One by one, provide all the required information and enter it into their respective input fields. Specify your preferred column name and description.
Subsequently, click the List Source menu and choose another SharePoint list to which you wish to connect the current list being edited. At the same time, specify the column you prefer to use.
Once done, tap 'Save' to apply the changes.
After completing these steps, the two SharePoint lists will be connected via the Lookup column.
Quick answer: To connect two SharePoint lists, tap 'Add Column', select 'Lookup', and tap 'Next'. Enter the required information, column name, and description. Choose the source list and column from the List Source menu, then click 'Save' to connect the lists via the Lookup column.
About this SharePoint tutorial
Link two SharePoint lists together by adding a Lookup column, selecting the source list, and saving your configuration. This guide shows how to connect Two SharePoint Lists in 7 steps, starting with "On the main dashboard of your SharePoint list, tap the 'Add Column' option" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the two SharePoint lists will be connected via the Lookup...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SharePoint interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to connect Two SharePoint Lists?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your SharePoint data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SharePoint. Related guides: How to Connect Your SharePoint Calendar to Outlook, How to Copy a SharePoint Page and How to Copy the Link to a SharePoint List Item. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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