How to Show Full Multiple Lines of Text in a SharePoint List
Question details
The user wants to display complete Multiple Lines of Text values instead of the collapsed text with a See more link in a SharePoint list.
- Product
- Microsoft SharePoint list
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- A user manages a modern SharePoint list and needs the full text visible when viewing or opening list items.
- Observed behavior
- SharePoint automatically collapses long Multiple Lines of Text values in the list view and shows a See more link; this cannot be disabled through standard column settings.
Open the SharePoint list that contains the Multiple Lines of Text column and confirm that you have permission to customize list forms with Power Apps.
Customize the SharePoint List Form with Power Apps to Enlarge the Text Control
Use this solution when you need the complete multi-line text to appear clearly when users open an item in SharePoint.
The collapsed list view is standard modern SharePoint behavior, but Power Apps lets you control the item form layout and make the text input control taller so full answers are easier to read.
Go to the SharePoint site and open the list that contains the Multiple Lines of Text column.
Select Power Apps > Customize forms from the list toolbar.
In Power Apps, select the text input control that is bound to the Multiple Lines of Text field.
Open the Properties pane and increase the Height property so that multiple lines of text are visible.
Save the form and publish it to SharePoint so users see the updated item form.
Keep the Compact List View and Use the See more Link
Use this approach if you only need occasional access to the full text and prefer to keep the SharePoint list clean and compact.
Use WPS Office as a Free, Lightweight Alternative for Everyday Microsoft Office Files
WPS Office does not change SharePoint list form settings, but it offers a free, lightweight Microsoft Office alternative with full Word, Excel, and PowerPoint compatibility, a familiar ribbon-style interface, and seamless migration for users who want simpler document and spreadsheet work.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Go to the official WPS Office website and select Download WPS Office Free for your Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, or iOS device.
- 2. Install and sign in: Install WPS Office, open it, and sign in or create a free WPS account.
- 3. Open Office files: Open your Word, Excel, or PowerPoint files directly in WPS Writer, Spreadsheet, or Presentation without SharePoint form customization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do long Multiple Lines of Text values show a See more link in SharePoint?
Modern SharePoint lists automatically collapse long text values to keep rows compact. This is standard behavior and cannot be disabled through standard column settings.
Can I make the full text appear directly in the SharePoint list view?
No, the standard list view always collapses long Multiple Lines of Text values. To show more text, customize the item form with Power Apps or select See more in the list view.
Will customizing a form in Power Apps change the collapsed list view?
No, Power Apps customization changes the item form that users see when they open an item. The list view still collapses the text and provides a See more link.
Do I need special permissions to customize a SharePoint list form with Power Apps?
Yes, you need permission to customize or design the SharePoint list form. If the Power Apps option is unavailable, contact the SharePoint owner or administrator.
