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How to Create a Contact List in HubSpot
Learn how to create static and active contact lists in HubSpot. Compare building lists manually with Shabe's instant list creation.
The HubSpot Way
Multiple clicks through menus and forms:
Navigate to Contacts → Lists → Create list → Add filters → Save
⏱️ Takes 2-5 minutes + context switching
The Shabe Way
Just type what you need:
"Create a list of enterprise contacts in California"
⚡ Instant results in seconds
Why Lists Matter
Lists help you:
- Segment audiences - target messaging
- Track cohorts - analyze groups
- Trigger workflows - automate actions
- Report on segments - measure performance
The Traditional HubSpot Way
- Go to Contacts → Lists
- Click Create list
- Choose Active or Static
- Name the list
- Add filters (one by one)
- Set filter logic (AND/OR)
- Preview results
- Save list
The Shabe Way
"Create a list of enterprise contacts in California"
Shabe builds the list with appropriate filters instantly.
Query Examples
"Create an active list of MQLs from last month"
"Build a list of contacts who opened my last email"
"Make a list of all enterprise accounts with open deals"
"Create a static list of webinar attendees"
Active vs. Static
Active lists update automatically:
"Create an active list of hot leads"
→ Updates as contacts meet criteria
Static lists are fixed snapshots:
"Create a static list of Q4 attendees"
→ Fixed membership
Complex Filters
"Create a list of contacts who:
- Visited pricing page
- Haven't booked a demo
- Are in enterprise segment"
List-Based Actions
After creating:
"Send an email to my California enterprise list"
"Create tasks for all contacts in hot leads list"
"Export my MQL list to CSV"
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