# Overview

A collection in Umbraco UI Builder represents a group of entities for a specific data model. It serves as the primary configuration object for defining how the collection integrates into the UI.

You can configure its list view appearance and editing options.

![A collection list view](/files/HMR6wHhlU9FNDmKFXy7i)

Get started by reviewing the basics of collection configuration.

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[The Basics](/umbraco-ui-builder/collections/the-basics.md)
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