How to Add a Description to a Task Template in Asana
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Adding a description to a task template in Asana helps provide clear instructions and context for tasks created from that template. This ensures consistency and reduces ambiguity for your team members.
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Here's how to add a description to a task template in Asana
- Navigate to a Project
From the Asana home screen, click on a project listed under the "Projects" section in the left sidebar. This will open the project's main view.
- Open Project Customization
In the project view, locate and click the "Customize" button. It is typically found in the top-right corner of the screen, allowing you to access project-specific settings.
- Access Task Templates
From the customization menu that appears on the right, scroll down and select "Task templates." This action will display a list of all task templates associated with your current project.
- Edit a Task Template
Find the specific task template you wish to modify. Click the three dots icon next to its name to open a dropdown menu, then select "Edit" to open the template's editing dialog.
- Add or Edit the Description
Within the "Edit task template" dialog, locate the "Description" field. Click inside this field and type or update the description for your task template.
- Save Changes
Once you have finished adding or editing the description, click the "Done" button located in the bottom-right corner of the dialog. Your changes will be saved automatically.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The "Customize" button is located in the top-right corner of your project's main view, next to the "Share" button. It opens a sidebar with various project settings.
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