MeisterTask offers two main views for all the tasks in a project: Board view and List view. Users can switch between these views to fit their project management style and needs.

What is Board View?

Board view displays all tasks in a Kanban-style layout, with each task represented as an individual tile. The board is organized into columns, each representing a different status in the workflow (e.g., To Do, In Progress, Done).

Board view is ideal for teams that prefer a high-level, visual overview of tasks moving through stages.

This is the default view of all projects:

What is List View?

List view in MeisterTask offers a clear and easy-to-read list of all tasks within a project. This view displays tasks in a simple, vertical list format, resembling a spreadsheet in which you can quickly see details like assignees, due dates, and more. You also have the option to collapse each section for a more focused view.

You can switch from Board view to List view anytime.

Some features are only available in the Board view and are not supported in List view. The following options are not available in List view:

• Rename columns: The names of the columns cannot be changed.
• Column design: The color and icon of the column cannot be changed.
• Sort tasks: The tasks cannot be sorted via the column menu (e.g. by creation date). (Tasks can be moved via drag & drop).
• Rearrange columns: Columns cannot be moved via drag & drop.
• Set automations: No automations can be added or edited in the columns. (Existing automations work correctly).
• Set WIP limit (Work-in-Progress): It is not possible to display or edit the limit in the columns.

Please switch to the board view to apply or edit these functions.

Switching Between Board and List View

To switch from Board view to List view:

1. Open your project in MeisterTask.
2. Click Board in the top navigation.
3. Select List: The project will switch from the default Kanban Board view to a List format, displaying tasks by section.

To return to Board view:

1. In List view, select the List icon in the project toolbar.
2. Click on Board: Your tasks will now be displayed in the standard project board format with columns and task tiles.

Expand or Collapse Sections in List View

In List view, each column from the Kanban view appears as a vertical section. You can expand or collapse these sections by clicking the small arrow next to the section name.

Searching and Filtering Tasks

Both views include searching and filtering options that help organize tasks in your project based on specific criteria, such as due dates, assignees, or tags.

Click here to learn more about filtering your project view.

Select Multiple Tasks and Perform a Bulk Action

Both views allow you to quickly perform bulk actions, such as assigning multiple tasks or setting a due date for multiple tasks at once.

Click here to learn more about performing bulk actions.

Customize Project Appearance Settings

You can change your Board view’s appearance and adjust how much information is displayed in your project. Click here to learn more.

These settings apply only to Board view. Customizing display settings in List view is not available.

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