# How to Create a Checklist in ClickUp

> To create a checklist in ClickUp, navigate to the desired location, open task details, and enter the checklist name. Click the ellipsis icon to add items, rename the checklist, or assign it to users. Finally, click checkboxes to mark items as complete.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-a-checklist-in-clickup/
Apps: ClickUp
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a3660ab56e05a00fdaf56/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Go to the Space, Folder, or List where the task is located.
2. Click on the task to open its details.
3. In the task details pane, locate the 'Checklist' section.
4. Click on the empty field to enter the name of your checklist.
5. Click the ellipsis icon.
6. Click 'Add an item' to add another checklist.
7. Click 'Rename' to rename your checklist.
8. Click 'Assign to' to choose an assignee for your checklist.
9. You can add an assignee from the emails below.
10. Click the checkbox next to each item to mark it as complete.
11. By following these steps, you can efficiently create and manage checklists in ClickUp, making it easier to track and complete subtasks within your main tasks.