How to set a recurring task in ClickUp
Make a task repeat on a schedule in ClickUp. Open the due date picker, choose Set Recurring, pick Weekly, save, and confirm the recurring icon.
Quick answer
To set a recurring task in ClickUp, open the Due date picker on the task row in List view, choose Set Recurring, keep the Weekly option, and click Save. A recurring icon then appears next to the task's due date, and hovering over it shows the schedule, such as Every week.
Steps at a glance
- Click the Due date cell on the task row
- Choose Set Recurring in the picker
- Check the repeat option reads Weekly
- Click Save to apply the recurrence
- Hover the recurring icon to confirm the schedule
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Summary
A recurring task in ClickUp comes back on a schedule you choose, so routine work such as weekly checks does not need to be recreated by hand. You set it from the same picker you use for due dates.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Open the due date picker
Open the list that holds your task in List view. Click the Due date cell on the task row, for example the one for QA signup flow. A picker opens with date shortcuts and a calendar.
Step 2
Choose Set Recurring
At the bottom of the shortcut list, click Set Recurring. The picker switches to a Recurring panel next to the calendar.
Step 3
Pick how often it repeats
The Recurring panel shows the frequency, which reads Weekly. Leave it as Weekly, or open the drop-down to change it. The panel also lists options such as Recur forever and Update status to:, which you can leave as they are.
Step 4
Save the recurrence
Click Save in the Recurring panel. The picker closes and you are back in the list.
Step 5
Check the recurring icon
A recurring icon now sits beside the due date on the task row. Hover over it to see the schedule, which reads Every week.
Why this matters
You run the same check every week, such as QA on a signup flow, and keep forgetting to recreate the task. Setting a recurrence once means the work returns on schedule and your list stays accurate without extra admin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I change how often the task repeats?
Yes. The Recurring panel has a frequency drop-down that reads Weekly by default, so you can open it and pick a different option before you save.
Does a recurring task need a due date first?
No. In this capture the task had no due date, and choosing Set Recurring from the Due date picker and clicking Save was enough to add the recurrence.
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