How to Create a Task in Workney (Kanban Guide)

How to Create a Task in Workney

Tasks are where real work happens in Workney.

Once your project is created, you can start organizing work using tasks inside the Kanban board, table view, or calendar view.

In this guide, you’ll learn:

  • How to create a new task

  • What each field means

  • How to assign tasks to team members

  • How to set priorities and due dates

  • Best practices for structured task management

Step 1: Open a Project

Go to Projects and select the project where you want to create a task.

Inside the project, click on the Tasks tab.

You’ll see three available views:

  • Kanban

  • Table

  • Calendar

By default, Kanban view is selected.

Step 2: Choose the Column

In Kanban view, tasks are organized by workflow columns such as:

  • Backlog

  • To Do

  • In Progress

  • In Review

Click the + button to create a new task.

Step 3: Fill in the Task Details

The “Create Task” window will open.

Complete the following fields:

Task Title

Enter a clear and specific title.

Examples:

  • Fix changelog date issue

  • Update pricing section

  • Prepare Q1 sales proposal

Tip: Write titles that describe an action, not just a topic.

Description

Add context, details, or instructions related to the task.

You can include:

  • Requirements

  • Links

  • Notes

  • Acceptance criteria

Clear descriptions reduce confusion and unnecessary back-and-forth.

Priority

Select the level of importance:

  • Low

  • Medium

  • High

Use priority to signal urgency and importance.

Best practice:

  • High → Urgent or blocking tasks

  • Medium → Standard workflow tasks

  • Low → Improvements or non-critical work

Assigned To

Choose the team member responsible for completing the task.

This ensures:

  • Clear ownership

  • Accountability

  • Better workflow visibility

Avoid leaving tasks unassigned unless they are intentionally in backlog planning.

Due Date

Set a deadline for the task.

This helps:

  • Track timelines

  • Avoid delays

  • Plan weekly workload

Not every task requires a due date, but strategic tasks should have one.

Step 4: Create the Task

Once all fields are completed, click Create Task.

The task will appear in the selected Kanban column.

You can now:

  • Drag and drop it between columns

  • Edit it at any time

  • Update its status

  • Change priority or assignment

  • View it in Calendar format

Understanding the Kanban Workflow in Workney

Kanban helps visualize progress:

Backlog → To Do → In Progress → In Review → Completed

This structure provides clarity around:

  • What is pending

  • What is being worked on

  • What needs validation

  • What is done

Best Practices for Task Management in Workney

To maintain clarity and efficiency:

  • Write action-oriented titles

  • Assign every active task

  • Use priorities consistently

  • Keep descriptions clear and concise

  • Move tasks across columns to reflect real progress

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions

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