Task Interface

The task interface provides comprehensive task management:

![Task Interface] Screenshot showing the main task interface with all components

Key Areas

  1. Header: Task title and quick actions
  2. Details Panel: Core task properties
  3. Activity Feed: Recent updates
  4. Related Items: Linked content

Task Views

1. List View

The main task list provides:

  • Task overview
  • Quick filters
  • Bulk actions
  • Sort options
  • Custom views

![Task List] Screenshot showing the task list view with various options

2. Board View

Kanban-style task management:

  • Status columns
  • Drag-and-drop
  • Visual indicators
  • Quick updates
  • Team visibility

![Task Board] Screenshot showing the Kanban board view

3. Calendar View

Time-based task visualization:

  • Due date tracking
  • Schedule management
  • Timeline view
  • Resource planning
  • Milestone tracking

![Task Calendar] Screenshot showing the calendar view

Task Actions

Basic Operations

Common task actions include:

  • Edit task details
  • Update status
  • Change priority
  • Modify due date
  • Add comments
  • Attach files

Advanced Operations

Additional task capabilities:

  • Create subtasks
  • Set dependencies
  • Clone tasks
  • Export data
  • Generate reports

Task Components

1. Comments

Facilitate team discussion:

  • Add updates
  • Ask questions
  • Share information
  • Mention team members
  • Attach files

2. Attachments

Manage task-related files:

  • Upload documents
  • Add screenshots
  • Link resources
  • Version control
  • Preview files

3. Subtasks

Break down complex tasks:

  • Create checklist items
  • Track progress
  • Assign ownership
  • Set priorities
  • Monitor completion

4. Time Tracking

Monitor task effort:

  • Log work hours
  • Track estimates
  • Record actuals
  • View timesheets
  • Analyze efficiency

Task Organization

Filtering

Filter tasks by:

  • Status
  • Priority
  • Assignee
  • Due date
  • Tags
  • Custom fields

Sorting

Arrange tasks by:

  • Priority
  • Due date
  • Creation date
  • Status
  • Assignee
  • Custom order

Grouping

Group tasks by:

  • Status
  • Assignee
  • Priority
  • Project
  • Custom fields
  • Timeline

Task Communication

Notifications

Receive updates about:

  • Status changes
  • Comments
  • Assignments
  • Due dates
  • Mentions
  • Attachments

Integration

Connect with:

  • Email
  • Slack
  • Teams
  • Calendar
  • Mobile apps

Task Analysis

Progress Tracking

Monitor task progress:

  • Completion percentage
  • Time tracking
  • Milestone status
  • Dependency status
  • Quality metrics

Performance Metrics

Analyze task efficiency:

  • Cycle time
  • Lead time
  • Resolution time
  • Work distribution
  • Team velocity

Mobile Access

Mobile Features

Access tasks on mobile:

  • View task details
  • Update status
  • Add comments
  • Upload photos
  • Receive notifications

![Mobile Interface] Screenshot showing the mobile task interface

Best Practices

1. Task Management

  • Keep tasks updated
  • Use clear titles
  • Set realistic deadlines
  • Track progress regularly
  • Document decisions

2. Team Collaboration

  • Communicate clearly
  • Update promptly
  • Share context
  • Follow up regularly
  • Maintain visibility

3. Time Management

  • Prioritize effectively
  • Track time accurately
  • Manage deadlines
  • Balance workload
  • Plan realistically

4. Documentation

  • Write clear descriptions
  • Attach relevant files
  • Record decisions
  • Update status
  • Maintain history

Keyboard Shortcuts

Common task shortcuts:

  • Ctrl/Cmd + N: New task
  • Ctrl/Cmd + E: Edit task
  • Ctrl/Cmd + D: Duplicate task
  • Space: Quick update
  • Esc: Cancel/Close

Tips and Tricks

Productivity Tips

  1. Use templates for recurring tasks
  2. Set up custom views
  3. Use bulk actions
  4. Configure notifications
  5. Utilize keyboard shortcuts

Organization Tips

  1. Use consistent naming
  2. Apply relevant tags
  3. Group related tasks
  4. Maintain clean lists
  5. Archive completed tasks

For information about task workflows and status management, see Task Workflows.