Quick summary
Duplicating a SharePoint list involves exporting it as a CSV and then importing that file as a new list within your SharePoint site. This method preserves all column structure and data, giving you an instant working copy of the original list.
Steps
- Inside the main dashboard of the SharePoint list you wish to duplicate, go to the top menu bar and click Export.
- Choose Export to CSV from the list of options.
- Click Home to return to SharePoint's main panel.
- Navigate to the top menu and click New.
- Choose List to create a new list under your SharePoint account.
- Tap From CSV afterwards.
- Click Upload File and select the exported CSV file that contains the SharePoint list you wish to duplicate.
- Review the content of the columns and then tap Next.
- Enter a unique list name and description into the provided input fields, then tap Create.
- After completing these steps, the exported SharePoint list will be duplicated instantly.
