# How to add a SharePoint list as a new data source with recurring events support

Source: [https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/calendar-overlay-pro/data-sources/sharepoint-list-as-a-data-source/how-to-add-a-sharepoint-list-as-a-new-data-source-with-recurring-events-support/](https://docs.virtosoftware.com/docs/calendar-overlay-pro/data-sources/sharepoint-list-as-a-data-source/how-to-add-a-sharepoint-list-as-a-new-data-source-with-recurring-events-support/)


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**Interactive demo walkthrough**
1. How to add a new data source in the Virto Calendar App — Explore how to add a new calendar from a SharePoint list.
2. Access your SharePoint communication site
3. Choose the enviromnent to add your SharePoint data source
4. Click 'New'
5. Access the App section in the dropdown menu where you'll find productivity tools
6. Enter the classic experience for comprehensive management options
7. Pick 'Calendar'
8. Add a descriptive title
9. Click 'Create'
10. Go to your team's Virto Calendar
11. Access your calendar settings
12. Click to add the list you've created
13. Make sure your data source name ensures it reflects its purpose
14. Verify the correct site URL to ensure your calendar connects to the right location
15. Go through list options
16. Pick the one you've created
17. Select "All Events" to provide your team with comprehensive schedule visibility
18. Confirm the time zone setting matches your team's location
19. You can map start and end time fields to ensure correct event duration display
20. Save your calendar configuration to implement all customizations
21. IMPORTANT! — Refresh the page before proceeding to see all relevant data
22. Return to the Marketing Team calendar settings to see your changes in action
23. Pick your datasource from the dropdown menu
24. Access additional settings to fine-tune your calendar experience
25. Save your completed calendar configuration to activate all features
26. Your optimized SharePoint calendar is ready! Now keep your team synchronized and never miss important deadlines again.
27. Now pick 'Calendar with recurrence' when creating a new event
28. Decide on the frequency
29. Customize your recurrence pattern
30. Find your recurrent event in your calendar
31. Thanks for exploring! — Ready to see how this can work for you?


You can add a SharePoint list as a data source in two ways: as a standard list for one-time events or as a recurrence-enabled list for repeating events. Recurring events will only work if you select the recurrence option when connecting the list.