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Definition of views

Definition of views

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A view makes it possible for you to change the way a list is presented according to your imagination. As such you may modify the order of appearance of list rows, set automatic filters or exclude certain cells from the list.

Define View

To define a new view navigate to the SharePoint-Toolbar and select the tool "Create view" via the tab Library or List.

You are redirected to the site "view type", which allows you to select the type of view you would like to use for your data.

selection of view-templates

Select view type

The following options are available as view types:

  • Standard View
  • Datasheet View
  • Calendar View
  • Gantt View

Standard View

View data on a Web page. You can choose from a list of display styles.

Standard view

Datasheet View

View data in an editable spreadsheet format that is convenient for bulk editing and quick customization.

Datasheet view

Calendar View

View data as a daily, weekly, or monthly calendar.

Calendar view

Gantt View

View list items in a Gantt chart to see a graphical representation of how a team's tasks relate over time.

Gantt view

last changed on 09/30/2025

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