Instantly Get SharePoint List URL by list ID

Get SharePoint list URL by list ID – Sometimes for some reason when SharePoint developer is shared only with SharePoint site URL and list id – using these two combinations, they need to generate the default view URL.  Then how can we construct the list URL? I will show here in this post how we can get the SharePoint list URL by list ID in steps.

What is List in SharePoint Online?

A list in SharePoint Online is a collection of data that you can share with team members and other users. Lists are fundamental components of SharePoint, providing a flexible and powerful way to store, manage, and collaborate on information. They are similar to tables in databases or spreadsheets, but they offer more advanced functionality and integration within the SharePoint ecosystem.

Key Features of Lists in SharePoint Online

1. Data Storage and Management:
   • Customizable Columns: Define various column types such as text, number, date and time, choice, lookup, managed metadata, and more.
   • Item Management: Add, edit, and delete items. Attach files to list items.
2. Views and Filtering:
   • Custom Views: Create multiple views to display list data in different ways, such as list view, calendar view, and gallery view.
   • Filtering and Sorting: Easily filter and sort list data based on column values to find relevant information quickly.
3. Integration and Automation:
   • Power Automate: Integrate lists with Power Automate to create automated workflows, such as sending notifications, updating data, and more.
   • Power Apps: Build custom apps that use list data with Power Apps.
   • Power BI: Connect lists to Power BI for advanced data analysis and visualization.
4. Collaboration and Permissions:
   • User Permissions: Control who can view, edit, and manage the list and its items through SharePoint’s robust permission settings.
   • Version History: Track changes to list items and revert to previous versions if needed.
   • Alerts and Notifications: Set up alerts to receive notifications when items are added, modified, or deleted.
5. Templates and Customization:
   • Built-in Templates: Use built-in templates for common scenarios, such as task lists, contact lists, and issue tracking.
   • Custom Forms: Customize forms for adding and editing list items using Power Apps or SharePoint Designer.

How to Create a List in SharePoint Online

1. Navigate to Your SharePoint Site:
   • Go to the SharePoint site where you want to create the list.
2. Create the List:
   • Click on the settings gear icon in the top right corner and select “Site contents”.
   • Click on the “New” button and select “List”.
   • Choose either a blank list, from an existing list, or from a template.
   • Enter a name and description for your list and click “Create”.
3. Add Columns and Configure:
   • Add columns to your list by clicking “Add column” and selecting the column type.
   • Configure column settings, such as requiring unique values or making the column mandatory.

Common Use Cases for Lists

• Task Management: Track tasks and assign them to team members with due dates and statuses.
• Issue Tracking: Manage and resolve issues or bugs with a list designed for issue tracking.
• Contact Management: Store and organize contact information for clients, vendors, or employees.
• Event Planning: Plan and manage events, including tracking attendees, dates, and locations.
• Inventory Tracking: Keep an inventory of assets, equipment, or products with detailed information and status.

Advantages of Using Lists in SharePoint Online

• Centralized Information: Keep all relevant information in one place, accessible to all authorized users.
• Collaboration: Enable teams to work together on shared data, with real-time updates and version control.
• Customization: Tailor lists to meet specific needs with custom columns, views, and forms.
• Integration: Seamlessly integrate with other Microsoft 365 apps and services for enhanced functionality.

Lists in SharePoint Online are versatile and powerful tools for managing a wide variety of information, making them essential for effective collaboration and data management within organizations.

Read Also: Master in List vs. document library SharePoint: when should we create a list or document library?

Get SharePoint list URL by list ID step by step

Step 1:

I know my site URL and list ID as below:

Site URL : globalsharepoint.sharepoint.com/sites/TestSite

ListID=”356640B5-9F55-4468-8AA9-A8C34ED29490″

Construct the URL to get the “list title” from list edit page like below:

“Site URL”+”/_layouts/15/listedit.aspx?List=”+ListID

globalsharepoint.sharepoint.com/sites/TestSite/_layouts/15/listedit.aspx?List=%7B356640B5%2D9F55%2D4468%2D8AA9%2DA8C34ED29490%7D

Step 2:

From the above step 1, got the list title “Test List” as an example.

Now let’s generate the default list view URL as below:

Syntax:  “Site URL”+”/Lists/”+ListTitle (we got it from the above step 1)

Example:

globalsharepoint.sharepoint.com/sites/TestSite/Lists/Test List

Now let’s access this URL – we will land on the default list view page like below:

Using PowerShell command Get SharePoint List Title by ID: SharePoint get list by ID

Apparently, using the simple PowerShell command also we can get the List Title by List ID and construct the URL accordingly:

Get-SPSite "SharePointserver/sites/TestSite/" | Get-SPWeb -Limit ALL | %{$_.Lists} |?{$_.ID –eq "356640B5-9F55-4468-8AA9-A8C34ED29490"} |ft Title, ParentWebURL, RootFolder

Summary: Get SharePoint list URL by list ID (List URL SharePoint)

Thus, in this article, we have learned how to get the SharePoint list URL by the list ID.

See Also: SharePoint Online PowerShell

You may also like the below SharePoint Online PowerShell tutorials:

• Office 365: Getting started with SharePoint PnP PowerShell – installation
• In 2 steps convert a classic SharePoint page to modern using PnP
• Office 365: Retrieve hub sites and associated sites using PnP Powershell
• Create a modern team site using PnP PowerShell in SharePoint
• In 4 steps access SharePoint online data using postman tool
• SharePoint admin center: Learn SharePoint online administration in an hour – step by step
• SharePoint REST API: GET vs POST vs PUT vs DELETE vs PATCH
• Office 365: Understanding the hub site in SharePoint online
• Working with lists and list items with REST

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