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How to Undo an Action on SharePoint

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You can often undo actions in SharePoint, particularly when working with lists, by using an "Undo button".

Using the Undo Feature in SharePoint Lists

SharePoint lists are commonly used for managing data. If you make changes within a list, you may have the ability to undo those modifications.

Accessing the Undo Button

According to a video demonstration, an "Undo button" is available for undoing changes made specifically within SharePoint lists. This feature is designed to help users quickly revert recent actions.

What Can the Undo Button Revert?

The undo functionality, as indicated by the reference, is useful for correcting various types of changes made in a list. Examples mentioned include:

  • Modifying choices within list items.
  • Accidentally dragging and overwriting rows, a situation described in the reference as resolvable with the undo feature ("no worries").
  • Likely, other recent data entry or modifications made directly within the list view or forms.

This undo capability acts as a safety net, allowing you to correct mistakes without needing to manually re-enter previous data or restore from backups for simple list edits.

Note: The availability and behavior of the Undo button can vary depending on your specific SharePoint version (Online or Server), the type of list, and the interface you are using (classic or modern experience).

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