Create or change the view of a list
Applies To
SharePoint Server Subscription Edition SharePoint Server 2019 SharePoint in Microsoft 365 Microsoft Lists
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Set up your list to show your data just the way you want it. Organize your list in a custom way to emphasize a certain thing or to have a more engaging style.
Switch to a different view
Select the name of the view you're editing from the View options menu (for example, All items), then:
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Select the name of the view you want to change to, or
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Select a different view type, like List, Compact List, or Gallery.
Add a column
Select Add column, or:
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Hover between two column headings and select the + sign.
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Choose the type of column you want to add, enter the information for your column, and then Save.
You can also add a column by selecting Add column in the right-most column header.
Sort a list
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Select the column heading you want to sort on and choose a sort order.
Filter a list
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Select the column heading and then select Filter by, select the items you want to see, and Apply.
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To clear the filter, select the column heading, then select Filter by > Clear all > Apply.
Group items
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Select the column heading, then the Group by option.
Save the view
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Select the name of the view you're editing from the View options menu (for example, All items) and then select Save view as.
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Enter a name, choose between a public or private view, and Save.
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