# Create SharePoint list

Source: [https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/sp-site-management/create-sp-list/](https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/virto-workflow-automation-web-part/virto-sharepoint-workflow-activities-kit-sharepoint-2010-workflow-platform/sp-site-management/create-sp-list/)
Product: Virto Workflow Automation Web Part
Updated: 2026-08-12


This activity creates a new SharePoint list or document library using the specified template.

![Create SharePoint list activity settings for creating a new list or document library from a template](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/create_sharepoint_list_1.png)

## **SharePoint Workflow Designer Phrase**

Create a new list titled **this title** at **parent site URL**, using **this template**, with description **this description**, display on Quick Launch **Yes**, and store list URL in **variable**.

## **Parameters**


| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| this title | The title of the new list. The maximum length is 255 characters. |
| parent site url | **Optional**. The complete URL where the list should be created, or leave empty to create the list in the current site.; Example: `http://server01` |
| this template | Specifies the name of the list template to be used for the new list. |
| this description | **Optional**. Description of the new list. |
| display on QuickLaunch | Yes if the list should appear on the Quick Launch area of the homepage; otherwise, No. |


**Enumerates all list templates with PowerShell**

![PowerShell command listing all available SharePoint list template names](https://img-docs.virtosoftware.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/create_sharepoint_list_2.png)

```
$listTemplates | Select Name;
```