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How to Replace SharePoint 2010 List Templates in Modern SharePoint Online
Question details
The user needs to find modern SharePoint Online equivalents for retired SharePoint 2010 list templates, specifically focusing on alternatives for the Data Connection Library and Decisions templates.
- Product
- SharePoint Online
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Migrating to modern SharePoint Online sites and attempting to recreate classic SharePoint 2010 template functionalities that are no longer available natively.
- Observed behavior
- Modern SharePoint Online does not provide direct equivalents for several classic list templates, requiring users to rely on custom lists, document libraries, Power Apps, and Power Automate to achieve the same goals.
Determine exactly what metadata, columns, and workflows your legacy SharePoint 2010 templates handled so you can map them accurately to modern lists and document libraries.
Replace Data Connection Library with a Modern Document Library
Use this method to store and manage data connection files utilizing standard modern document libraries combined with Power Platform automation.
Since the classic Data Connection Library template is not available in modern SharePoint, a standard Document Library serves as the best repository for connection files. Workflows are then handled by external Microsoft 365 tools.
Navigate to your modern SharePoint site homepage. Click 'New' in the top menu, then select 'Document library', and provide a clear name for your connection files.
Open your newly created library and click 'Upload' to migrate your existing legacy data connection files into the modern environment.
Use Power Apps and Power Automate to handle related approval processes, data workflows, or updates connected to these stored files.
Recreate the Decisions Template Using a Custom List
Build a highly customizable modern list manually to replace the functionality of the legacy Decisions template.
Access Remaining Classic Templates via Site Settings
If your environment still supports classic features, you might be able to add some traditional templates directly using the legacy app menu.
Manage Your Exported SharePoint Documents with WPS Office
While migrating from SharePoint 2010 to modern SharePoint Online, you may frequently need to download, audit, and edit bulk document sets. WPS Office provides a free, lightweight, and highly compatible alternative to Microsoft Office for seamless document management.
- 1. Download the Software: Visit the official WPS Office website to download the free suite tailored for your operating system.
- 2. Open Exported Files: Double-click any .docx, .xlsx, or .pptx file exported from your classic SharePoint environment to seamlessly edit them in WPS Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I directly migrate a SharePoint 2010 Decisions list to SharePoint Online?
No, there is no direct native modern equivalent for the Decisions list template. To retain this functionality, you must either create a modern custom list and configure the necessary columns manually or use a third-party SharePoint migration tool to map the data.
Are any classic SharePoint 2010 templates still available in modern sites?
Yes, some classic templates can still be found by navigating to 'Site Settings' or 'Site contents' and selecting 'Add an app'. However, Microsoft highly recommends transitioning to modern custom lists, Power Apps, and Power Automate for long-term support.
How do I handle complex data connections without the Data Connection Library?
You can store the actual data connection files within a standard modern Document Library. However, the complex processes and workflows previously associated with them should be rebuilt using modern Power Apps and Power Automate.
