Create Lists in ClickUp

In ClickUp, a List is where tasks live inside a Folder or directly under a Space. Learning how to create a List in ClickUp helps you organize projects, sprints, and workflows so your team can find and manage work efficiently.

What is a List in ClickUp?

A List in ClickUp is a collection of tasks grouped under a Folder or Space. You can use Lists to track projects, backlogs, clients, content calendars, or any process that requires a set of related tasks.

Lists give you a flexible structure to:

• Break down work into focused segments.
• Apply custom fields, views, and filters to related tasks.
• Share, automate, and report on a defined group of tasks.

Ways to Create a List in ClickUp

You can create a new List in ClickUp from multiple locations in the platform. Each method fits different workflows, from quick setup to automation-based creation.

Create a ClickUp List from the Hierarchy Sidebar

The hierarchy sidebar is often the fastest way to add a new List in ClickUp while you navigate between Spaces and Folders.

1. Open the Workspace where you want to work.
2. In the left sidebar, locate the Space that will contain your new List.
3. Optional: Expand the Space and choose a Folder if you want the List inside a specific Folder.
4. Hover over the Space or Folder name.
5. Click the + icon that appears.
6. Select List from the options.
7. Name your List and confirm to create it.

This method is ideal when you are structuring your ClickUp hierarchy and want to keep Lists organized under clear Spaces and Folders.

Create a ClickUp List from the + View Button

You can also create a List in ClickUp from the top of many views using the + View button. This is useful when you are already inside a Space or Folder and want to add a new List quickly.

1. Navigate to the Space or Folder where the List should live.
2. At the top of the screen, click + View.
3. Choose List from the menu.
4. Enter a name for your new List.
5. Adjust any initial settings, such as default view type, if available.
6. Save the new List.

Using the + View flow keeps you in context so you can continue working in ClickUp without navigating back to the sidebar.

Create a ClickUp List from the Everything View

The Everything view lets you see work across your Workspace. From there, you can create Lists to keep related work together.

1. Open the Everything view from the left sidebar.
2. Use the location selector to choose the Space or Folder you want.
3. Look for an option to add or create a List in that location.
4. Name your List and confirm.

Creating Lists from Everything is helpful when you manage multiple Spaces and want a quick way to add Lists without drilling down into each area.

Use Templates to Create a ClickUp List

Templates in ClickUp let you spin up a preconfigured List with saved tasks, views, statuses, and custom fields. This is powerful when you follow standard processes across projects.

Create a ClickUp List from a Template

1. Navigate to the Space or Folder where the List should be created.
2. Start the List creation process using the sidebar or + View methods described earlier.
3. When prompted, choose an option like Use Template or Browse Templates.
4. Select a List template from your Workspace library or the template center.
5. Review the template settings, including tasks, statuses, views, and custom fields.
6. Confirm to create the new List from the selected template.

Once created, you can customize the new List without changing the original template. This keeps your ClickUp workflows consistent while allowing flexibility per project.

Save a ClickUp List as a Template

If you build a List you want to reuse, you can save it as a template.

1. Open the List you want to turn into a template.
2. Click the List settings or ellipsis menu.
3. Choose an option such as Save as Template.
4. Name the template and optionally add a description.
5. Decide whether to include tasks, views, and other configuration options.
6. Save the template to make it available for future Lists in ClickUp.

Create a ClickUp List with Automations

Automations can create Lists automatically based on triggers and actions, saving time in ClickUp when you manage recurring processes.

Set Up Automations to Create Lists

1. Open the Space, Folder, or List where you want to manage automations.
2. Click the Automations button or menu.
3. Select an automation template or create a custom automation.
4. Choose a trigger, such as a status change, date, or task creation.
5. Add an action that creates a new List in the specified location.
6. Configure naming rules and any required details.
7. Turn the automation on.

Once enabled, ClickUp will create Lists automatically when the trigger conditions are met. This is ideal for repeated workflows such as weekly sprints, client onboarding sequences, or campaign launches.

Create a ClickUp List on Mobile

You can also create Lists in ClickUp using the mobile app, so you can capture projects and ideas on the go.

Steps to Create a List in the Mobile App

1. Open the ClickUp mobile app on your device.
2. Navigate to the Space or Folder where you want the new List.
3. Tap the + or Add button in the appropriate location.
4. Select List as the item type.
5. Enter the List name and any initial details.
6. Save to create the List.

The mobile workflow keeps your ClickUp structure aligned even when you are away from your desktop.

Manage and Customize Your ClickUp Lists

After you create a List, you can manage and customize it to fit your team’s needs.

• Rename Lists: Use the List name field or settings menu.
• Change location: Move the List to another Folder or Space.
• Adjust views: Add Board, Calendar, Gantt, and other views.
• Apply custom fields: Track budgets, priorities, owners, or client details.
• Share and permissions: Control who can access or edit each List in ClickUp.

These options let you shape Lists into powerful containers for any type of workflow, from agile boards to simple to-do lists.

Learn More About ClickUp Lists

For additional details and the latest interface options, review the official guide on how to create a List directly in ClickUp’s help center. You can also explore strategy, implementation, and optimization advice from specialized consultants at Consultevo to get more from your Workspace setup.

By using these methods to create, template, and automate Lists in ClickUp, you build a clear structure that scales with your team’s projects and makes work easier to organize, track, and complete.

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