Create and Manage Sections in Quire Permalink

When working on a project with multiple team members, task lists can quickly become overwhelming. Sections help project managers organize tasks into manageable parts, making it easier to track progress, categorize work, or define project stages.

Create a Section

How do I create a section in a project?

1. Click the + icon in the upper-right corner of your workspace.
2. Select Add section.
3. Type the section name directly.

Note: Only description, comments, and attachments can be added to a section. Other task details are not available.

Tip: Press * to create a section using the keyboard.

Add Tasks to a Section

How can I add new tasks to a section?

1. Click the icon inside the section.
2. Or press Shift + Enter to add a new task.

How can I add existing tasks to a section?

1. Drag and drop tasks into the desired section.
2. Or click the More Options icon in the task detail panel.
3. Select Make a subtask of.
4. Or right-click the task and select Make a subtask of in the More menu.

Tip: Press Ctrl + P (Windows) or ⌘ + P (Mac) to move tasks to another section without the mouse.

Turn a Task into a Section

If you have already organized your tasks in a tree structure manner (with parent task and subtask), you can turn a task into a section in order for your project to be more manageable and well structured.

How do I turn a task into a section?

1. Select the task you want to convert.
2. Click the More Options icon in the task’s detail panel.
3. Select Turn to a section.
4. Or right-click and select Turn to a section in the More menu.

Tip: Press Ctrl + S (Windows) or ⌘ + S (Mac) to convert a task into a section using the keyboard.

You can also reverse this process to turn a section back into a task.

Note: When converting a task into a section, all details except description, comments, and attachments will be removed.

Jump to a Section

How do I jump to a specific section?

Use the dropdown menu next to the project name at the top of your workspace to jump directly to a section. This is helpful for navigating long task lists.

Delete a Section

How do I delete a section?

1. Click the More Options icon in the task’s detail panel.
2. Select Delete.
3. Or right-click on the section and select Delete in the More menu.

Note: ​​Deleting a section removes all tasks within it. Mistakes can be undone via the Undo menu within 6 days by pressing Ctrl + Z (Windows) or ⌘ + Z (Mac).

Read more on our blog about Quire sections.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many sections can I add in a project?

There is no limit; you can create as many sections as needed.

What happens when I turn my tasks into sections?

Assignees, dates, and tags are removed and will not be restored when converting back to a task.

Can a section be completed?

No, sections do not have status and cannot be completed.

Who can create new sections in the project?

Any member with permission to edit tasks inside the project can create sections.