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Editing a project in Quire allows you to customize key project details so your team can clearly understand the project’s purpose, timeline, and context. You can update the project name, icon, dates, description, and URL at any time.

Project descriptions appear in the Overview tab and are visible to all project members.

Note: You must be project admin to edit project settings.

Project Appearance and Basic Settings

Icon and Profile Picture

1. Click the dropdown menu icon next to the project name and select Edit details.

2. Or go to the Overview tab, click the More Options icon (top-right), and select Edit details.

3. In the project icon section, choose one of the following:

   • Upload an image from your computer
   • Drag and drop an image into the upload area
   • Select a built-in icon and color

Project Name

1. Open Edit details using either:
   • The project name dropdown menu, or
   • The More Options menu in the Overview tab
2. Enter the new project name.
3. Click Save to apply the changes.

Project Timeline and Scheduling

Project Dates

1. Open Edit details using either:
   • The project name dropdown menu, or
   • The More Options menu in the Overview tab
2. Click the Date dropdown.
3. Select a due date for the project.
4. Toggle Set start date to add a project start date if needed.

Tip: You can use embed formulas in the project description to perform further calculations based on the dates you have set for your project. For example, to calculate the total duration of your project, you can embed a formula like this in the project description: project.due - project.start.

Project Descriptions and Documentation

Project Description

1. Open Edit details using either:
   • The project name dropdown menu, or
   • Directly from the Overview tab, or
   • The More Options menu in the Overview tab
2. Add your content and click Save.

Formulas in Descriptions

Yes. Project descriptions support embedded formulas, allowing you to display dynamic values based on project data.

1. Click inside the project description.
2. Type / to open the command menu.
3. Select Formula.

4. Enter a formula, such as:

   project.due - project.start
   

This is useful for lightweight reporting, timelines, and progress calculations.

Project URL and Advanced Settings

Changing the project URL is only available in Professional, Premium, Enterprise plan. More information can be found at our pricing page.

1. Open Edit details using either:
   • The project name dropdown menu, or
   • The More Options menu in the Overview tab
2. Enter a new custom project URL.
3. Click Save to apply the change.

The old URL will automatically redirect to the new one, so existing links continue to work for all project members.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I edit a project name in Quire?

Click the dropdown menu icon next to the project name and select Edit details, or go to the Overview tab > More Options > Edit details. Enter the new name and click Save. Only project admins can edit project settings.

How do I change a project’s icon or profile picture in Quire?

Open Edit details from the project dropdown or the Overview tab. In the icon section, upload an image from your computer, drag and drop one, or select a built-in icon and color.

How do I set or change start and due dates for a Quire project?

Open Edit details and click the Date dropdown. Select a due date, then toggle Set start date to add a start date.

How do I add or edit a project description in Quire?

Open Edit details from the project dropdown, the Overview tab, or the Overview tab’s More Options menu. Add your content and click Save.

Can I use formulas inside a Quire project description?

Yes. Click inside the description, type /, and select Formula. Enter a formula such as project.due - project.start to display calculated values like project duration.

How do I change a project’s URL in Quire?

Open Edit details and enter a new custom URL, then click Save. The old URL automatically redirects to the new one. Requires a Professional, Premium, or Enterprise plan.