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How to Duplicate a SharePoint List

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Here's how to duplicate a sharepoint list in Sharepoint

  1. Open the SharePoint list you want to duplicate and click 'Export' from the top menu bar.
  2. Select 'Export to CSV' from the dropdown menu options.
  3. Wait for the CSV file to download, then click 'Home' to navigate back to the main SharePoint dashboard.
  4. Click on 'New' in the top navigation menu to start creating a new list.
  5. Select 'List' from the available creation options.
  6. Choose 'From CSV' to create your list from the exported file.
  7. Click 'Upload File' and browse to select the CSV file you exported earlier.
  8. Review the column data and formatting, then click 'Next' to proceed.
  9. Provide a distinct name and description for your duplicated list in the input fields.
  10. Click 'Create' to finalize the duplication process and generate your new list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, when you duplicate a SharePoint list using the CSV export method, all data entries and basic column structures are preserved. However, some advanced formatting, custom views, and workflow automations may not transfer and will need to be recreated in the new list.