How to delete a task in Asana
Delete a task in Asana from the List view: select the task, open its More actions menu, choose Delete task, and check it is gone from your project.
Quick answer
To delete a task in Asana, open the project in List view and select the task so its details pane opens. Click More actions for this task, then choose Delete task. Asana removes the task from the list and shows a message that the task is deleted, with Undelete and Delete permanently options.
Steps at a glance
- Open your project in List view.
- Select the task you want to delete.
- Click More actions for this task.
- Choose Delete task.
- Check the task is gone from the list.
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Summary
Deleting a task in Asana removes it from your project so the list only shows work that still matters. You do it from the task's More actions menu in the details pane.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Select the task you want to delete
Open your project in List view and click the task in its section, for example New requests. The task's details pane opens on the right, with the task name at the top.
Step 2
Open the task's More actions menu
In the details pane, click **More actions for this task**, the three-dot button in the top right. A menu opens with options for the task.
Step 3
Choose Delete task
Scroll to the bottom of the menu and click the delete option, shown in red. The menu also lists options such as **Duplicate task** and **Print**, so check you pick the right one.
Step 4
Check the task is gone from the list
The task disappears from its section in the list. The details pane shows **This task is deleted.** with **Undelete** and **Delete permanently** options.
Why this matters
You added a task by mistake, or a request was cancelled and the task is only clutter. Deleting it keeps your project list accurate, so your team sees only the work that still needs attention.
Frequently asked questions
Does deleting a task remove it immediately?
The task leaves the project list straight away. The details pane then shows that the task is deleted, with Undelete and Delete permanently options.
Can I undo a deleted task?
Yes. Right after deleting, the details pane offers an Undelete option that brings the task back.
Related guides
Continue with more step-by-step guides for getting work done.
How to add a task in AsanaLearn 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.
How to mark a task as complete in AsanaLearn how to mark a task as complete in Asana: open your project, open the task, click Mark complete, and confirm it shows as done in the list.
How to add a collaborator to a task in AsanaAdd a collaborator to an Asana task: open the task details, use the collaborators button, and enter a teammate's email address in the Members field.
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