How to Change SharePoint Lists Calendar Week Start to Monday
Question details
Users need a way to change the first day of the week from Sunday to Monday in Microsoft Lists calendar views.
- Product
- Microsoft Lists / SharePoint
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Setting up or viewing a calendar view for a Microsoft SharePoint list and wanting the week to start on Monday.
- Observed behavior
- Microsoft Lists calendar views default to Sunday and do not include a direct, built-in setting to change the first day of the week.
Ensure you have adequate permissions to edit your SharePoint pages and access to Microsoft Power Apps in your Microsoft 365 environment.
Use Power Apps as a Calendar Workaround
Since Microsoft Lists lacks a native configuration for this, you can build a customized calendar interface using Power Apps that defaults to Monday.
Microsoft Lists currently does not offer a toggle to change the start day of the week in its modern calendar views. The most effective workaround is to utilize Microsoft Power Apps to create a custom calendar view linked to your list data.
Navigate to your SharePoint list. Click on 'Integrate' in the top command bar, select 'Power Apps', and then choose 'Create an app' to start building a custom interface.
In the Power Apps Studio, add a Calendar screen or insert a Calendar control. Select the calendar element and modify its 'StartOfWeek' property in the advanced settings to 'StartOfWeek.Monday' or the numerical equivalent for Monday.
Save and publish your new Power App. Go back to your SharePoint site, edit the desired page, and add a 'Power Apps' web part. Input the App ID or select your newly published calendar app to display it to your team.
Manage Calendars and Data Easily with WPS Office
If you are tired of complex workarounds for simple tasks like changing the calendar start day, consider using WPS Office for your productivity needs. It offers intuitive, ready-to-use spreadsheet templates without the heavy ecosystem limitations.
- 1. Download and Install WPS Office: Visit the official WPS website, download the free suite, and install it on your computer.
- 2. Access Free Calendar Templates: Open WPS Spreadsheet, go to the 'Templates' section, and search for 'Calendar' to find easily editable schedules.
- 3. Customize Your Week Start: Select a template and simply adjust your table headers to start your week on Monday without needing any coding or complex integrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why doesn't Microsoft Lists let me change the start of the week?
The modern calendar view in Microsoft Lists is currently hardcoded to start on Sunday by default. It is a known limitation of the product, which is why users rely on integrations like Power Apps for deeper customization.
Can I fix the week start day by changing regional settings?
Changing the regional settings of your SharePoint site will update standard date formats and timestamps, but unfortunately, it does not currently override the Sunday start day in the modern Lists calendar view.
Is Power Apps free to use with SharePoint?
Standard Power Apps usage for customizing SharePoint forms and interacting with Microsoft Lists is typically included with most enterprise Microsoft 365 licenses. However, using premium connectors or advanced features may require an additional premium license.
