How to add a task in Asana
Learn how to add a task in Asana from a project's List view: click Add task, type a task name, then use the details pane to set an assignee and due date.
Quick answer
To add a task in Asana, open a project and switch to the List view. Click Add task above the list, then type a name into the new row. Asana creates the task in the first section and opens the details pane, where you can see No assignee and No due date fields.
Steps at a glance
- Open the project in the sidebar
- Make sure the List tab is showing
- Click Add task above the list
- Type a name into the new row
- Open the details pane for the task
- Check the Assignee and Due date fields
Interactive demo
Summary
Tasks are the basic unit of work in Asana. Adding one to a project puts it in a shared list your team can see, assign, and schedule.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Open your project
Click your project in the left sidebar. This guide uses **Work requests**. The project opens with the **List** tab selected, showing sections such as **New requests**, **Active**, and **Completed**.
Step 2
Click Add task
Click **Add task** above the list. A new empty row appears at the top of the first section, ready for a name.
Step 3
Name the task
Type a name into the new row. Asana opens the task's details pane on the right.
Step 4
Add details such as an assignee or due date
In the details pane, the task starts with **No assignee** and **No due date**. The pane also has a description field and an Add subtask option further down.
Why this matters
You just got a request in a meeting and need it tracked before you forget. Adding it as a task puts it in the project list, where it can be named, assigned, and given a due date.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the new task appear?
In this capture it appeared at the top of the first section, New requests.
Can I set an assignee and due date right away?
Yes. The details pane shows Assignee and Due date fields, both empty until you set them.
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How to add a due date in AsanaAdd a due date to an Asana task from List view: click the Due date cell, pick a day in the calendar, and confirm the date shows on the task row.
How to add subtasks in AsanaLearn how to add subtasks in Asana: open a task from the Work requests list, use Add subtask in its details, and check the count on the task row.
How to add a comment in AsanaAdd a comment to an Asana task: open the task, click the comment box, write your message or @mention a teammate, and post it to the task's Comments.
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