Creating & Managing Tasks in Smartsheet
Smartsheet
| Beginner
- 16 videos | 1h 5m 36s
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Learn how to track project tasking with Smartsheet software service. During this course, you will see how to create your project's task list, insert new tasks, group tasks, sort tasks, filter tasks and make milestones. From there, you will learn how to customize the appearance of your tasking tools. Other topics covered include how to employ conditional formatting; how to format the text in your tabl, and modify the appearance of your Gantt chart. Learn how to effectively manage resources, add resources to the project, assign resources to tasks, and resolve resource conflicts. Finally, discover how to insert formulas, links and images, and how to attach files.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
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Insert a task in smartsheetAdd a milestone in smartsheetGroup tasks in smartsheetSort tasks in smartsheetFilter tasks in smartsheetFormat the text within your table in smartsheetChange the appearance of your gantt chart in smartsheetUse conditional formatting in smartsheet
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Add resources to your project in smartsheetAssign resources to tasks in smartsheetResolve resource conflicts in smartsheetAdd formulas in smartsheetAttach files in smartsheetInsert an image in smartsheetInsert links in smartsheetCreate a task list in smartsheet
IN THIS COURSE
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3m 30sA project is composed of one or more tasks: these stages need to be completed before the project can be finished. See how to create new tasks in your project, and how to modify the associated information. FREE ACCESS
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4m 58sIf you'd like to highlight the objectives of your project, you can add milestones. See how to add these milestones in Smartsheet and how to change the dates and the duration, if necessary. FREE ACCESS
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2m 58sCreating groups is a good way of organizing the different tasks in your project. You can use the indent tools, which allow you to adjust the level settings for each individual task. FREE ACCESS
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3m 13sYou can adjust how the tasks appear in your task list. Smartsheet allows you to apply sort criteria in order to focus on specific kinds of information. FREE ACCESS
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3m 58sSmartsheet allows you to filter your tasks in order to find the information you need. See how to access and use the filter option. FREE ACCESS
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4m 43sDepending on how you use your project sheets, you can apply formatting changes to highlight specific kinds of information. We'll look at how to change the font, underline, or apply colors with Smartsheet. FREE ACCESS
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4m 1sAs well as being able to adjust the scale settings, Smartsheet also allows you to adjust your Gantt chart display settings. For example, you can change the color scheme, display values or overall view of your Gantt chart. FREE ACCESS
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4m 5sConditional formatting allows you to quickly apply format that will help your tasks stand out. See how to create a conditional formatting rule, add multiple conditions and disable or remove rules you no longer need in Smartsheet. FREE ACCESS
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3m 58sIf you add resources to your project, it's much simpler to calculate the cost of the project. See how to manage these resources in Smartsheet. FREE ACCESS
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3m 48sOnce you have created a number of resources, you can assign them to your tasks. In Smartsheet, there are a number of ways of doing this. See how to add existing resources, create new resources and restrict resource allocations. FREE ACCESS
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4m 33sIf your resources have been overallocated you can view and then make changes necessary in order to keep your project running smoothly with Smartsheet. FREE ACCESS
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4m 51sWith Smartsheet you can insert and use formulas to quickly calculate data relating to your project. See how to insert simple formulas as well as add more complex functions with cell references. FREE ACCESS
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5m 54sYou can attach almost any type of file to a sheet, row, discussion, or workspace. You can attach files from your computer or files stored in supported third-party cloud storage services. FREE ACCESS
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2m 45sYou can insert images directly into cells in your sheets. Images in the grid can be useful for many types of sheets, including team contact lists, manufacturer parts lists, and real estate lists. FREE ACCESS
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4m 34sIf your sheet is referencing existing data, you can add links. You can also add hyperlinks to reference outside websites. See how to insert links to additional sheets as well as website URLs with Smartsheet. FREE ACCESS
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3m 47sRather than creating a new sheet, you can create a separate task list to stay on top of side tasks. See how to create a task sheet, add tasks and edit your lists in Smartsheet. FREE ACCESS
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