Create task, Done task, Task note
Written By OFFLIGHT - Jean
Last updated 4 days ago
Task Properties
Status
Backlog: Not yet scheduled
To do: Auto-scheduled on your calendar
Pending: Scheduled but paused or waiting on someone
Done: Task is completed
Priority
Indicates the task’s importance.
Total Time
Estimated duration of the task.
Actual work time will be recorded as Spent time, and:
Total time = Spent time + Left time
Spent time: Time you actually spent (tracked via time tracking or when completing a task)
Left time: Remaining time = Total time − Spent time
Min Split Chunk
Minimum session block size the task can be split into.
For example, if a 2-hour task has a 60-minute chunk setting, OFFLIGHT may break it into two 60-minute sessions.
If remaining time is less than the chunk, shorter sessions may be created.
Schedule After
This sets the earliest day the task can be scheduled.
e.g., If set to April 10, scheduling will begin after that date.
Due Date
Deadline for completing the task.
If due within 48 hours, it will be highlighted on your calendar.
Timeframe
Defines when the task can be scheduled.
List
The list the task belongs to.
Creating a Task
You can create a task from:
The ➕ button in Backlog or Timeline
The Add task button when hovering over a list
Dragging time blocks in the calendar (task will be fixed to that time)
Selecting a task and pressing N after moving with ↑ ↓ → ← or J/K
Task properties set by where it's created:
From Backlog → creates a Backlog task
From To do lane → creates a To do task
From specific list → assigns that list
From Fast track lane → sets as Fast track
💡 Pro Tip
Use the Global Command Bar (CMD + Shift + Space) to create tasks without opening the app (desktop only 💻)
You can change this shortcut under Settings > Shortcuts
Type
@in the task title to use Command Search for setting properties quickly
Completing a Task
Click the checkbox to mark a task as done
Press CMD + Z to undo completion
Press E while task is selected to complete
Completed tasks appear in the Done lane
Task Notes
Click a task to open the popover
Add notes under the Description field
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