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Add a Task

Quire lets you quickly create new tasks to organize your work and break down projects into actionable items. You can add tasks directly in the workspace or detail panel depending on your workflow.

How do I add a task in the workspace?

1. Press T on your keyboard to create a new task.
2. Or click the + icon at the upper-right corner of your workspace.

How do I add a sibling task from the Tree view?

1. Click the + icon at the far right of the selected task or when hovering over it.
2. Or press Enter on your keyboard to create a new task.

Learn how to create new tasks in Board view.

How do I add a task in the detail panel?

1. Click the More Options icon in the detail panel.
2. Then select Add task to create a sibling task.

Learn how to style your task name using different formatting options.

Add a Subtask

Subtasks let you break down a parent task into smaller, manageable steps, making it easier to track progress and organize your work.

How do I add a subtask in the Tree view?

1. Press Shift + Enter on your keyboard.
2. Or click the at the far right of the parent task.

How do I add a subtask in the detail panel?

Click the More Options icon, then choose Add subtask.

Edit a Task

How do I edit a task name?

1. Press Ctrl + Enter (or ⌘ + Enter for Mac) to edit a task name.
2. Or double-click on the task name, then press Ctrl + Enter (or ⌘ + Enter for Mac) to save changes.

Tip: If the task name is long, press Space to open the detail panel and see the full name.