# How to Create a List in SharePoint Sites

> To make a list in SharePoint, click New in the top menu bar, select List, and choose a list type using a template or source. Next, enter a unique name and description into the input fields, then tap Create to finish adding the list to your site.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-a-list-in-sharepoint-sites/
Apps: SharePoint
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a3749ab56e05a00fdc985/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, go to the top menu bar and click 'New'.
2. Choose 'List' from the available options.
3. After that, select the type of list you wish to create. You can create a list using a template or a specific source.
4. Next, add a unique list name and a corresponding description. Enter the details into their respective input fields.
5. Once done, tap 'Create' to proceed.
6. After completing these steps, the list will be created and added to your SharePoint site.