Add a List to Board

This guide shows you how to add new lists to your Trello board to better organize your workflow and categorize cards. Lists serve as columns that represent different stages, categories, or types of work within your project.

When to Add Lists

Lists help you organize cards into logical categories or workflow stages. Common use cases include:

• Creating workflow stages like To Do, In Progress, and Done
• Organizing tasks by priority, team member, or project phase
• Separating different types of work like Bugs, Features, and Research

Adding a New List

To add a list to your board, you'll need to access the board and use the list creation feature located on the right side of your existing lists.

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On your Trello board, locate the Add another list button. This appears as a vertical panel to the right of your existing lists. Click this button to start creating a new list.

2

A text input field will appear where you can enter your list name. Type a descriptive name for your list, such as Test List or any name that represents the category or workflow stage this list will contain.

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After entering your list name, click the Add list button to create the list. You can also press Enter on your keyboard as a shortcut.

List Organization Best Practices

When organizing your board with multiple lists, consider these best practices for maximum effectiveness:

• Use clear, descriptive names that immediately convey the list's purpose
• Order lists logically from left to right to represent your workflow progression
• Keep list names consistent across similar boards to maintain familiarity
• Consider using list templates or copying successful board structures

Managing Your Lists

Once you've created lists, you can:

• Drag and drop lists to reorder them on your board
• Archive lists that are no longer needed
• Copy lists to duplicate structure across boards
• Add cards to organize tasks within each list

Next Steps

Now that you've successfully added a list to your board, you can start organizing your work more effectively. Your new list is ready to receive cards that represent individual tasks, ideas, or items within that category.

Consider creating additional lists to establish a complete workflow for your project. For more information on board creation, see Create a Board.