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Task search in Quire helps you quickly narrow down tasks within a project using keywords and special search operators. This is especially useful when working with large task lists or when you need to focus on a specific set of tasks.
Search Tasks
- Open any project in Quire.
- Press S on your keyboard to activate task search.
- Enter your search keyword or operator.
Your search will automatically apply to the current task filter (All Tasks, Incomplete Tasks, or Completed Tasks).
Search Operators
Quire supports multiple task search formats to help you refine results:
- Keywords to search task titles and content
- Task ID to locate a specific task
- Assignees using
@username - Tags using
#tag - Priority using
!priority
You can combine multiple search terms to narrow results further.
Filter Interaction
Task search respects the current task filter:
- When viewing All Tasks, search applies to all tasks in the project
- When viewing Active Tasks, search applies only to unfinished tasks
Quick Actions from Results
You can manage tasks by right-clicking on the search results:
- Add assignees
- Set due dates
- Add or remove tags
- Update task details without leaving search
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I search for tasks in Quire?
Open a project and press S to activate task search, then type your keyword or operator. Search applies to the current task filter.
How do I search tasks by assignee in Quire?
Type @username in the search bar to filter tasks assigned to a specific member.
How do I search tasks by tag in Quire?
Type #tag in the search bar to find all tasks with that tag. You can combine it with other search terms to narrow results further.
How do I search tasks by priority in Quire?
Type !priority in the search bar (for example, !high) to filter tasks by their priority level.
How do I find a specific task by ID in Quire?
Enter the task ID directly in the search bar. Quire will locate that exact task.
Can I take actions on tasks directly from search results in Quire?
Yes. Right-click a task in the search results to add assignees, set due dates, add or remove tags, and update other task details without leaving the search view.