Update a task
Learn how to update and edit existing tasks in Zira. You can modify various fields to reflect the most up-to-date status of the task:
Changing fields (List View)
The list view is the default view for the "Tasks" tab, providing a compact and convenient way to view multiple tasks on a single page. It also allows for quick editing of task fields.
To change task fields in the list view:
- 1Click on the field you want to change (Assignee, Status, Priority, etc.).
- 2In the opened menu, modify the value according to your needs.
Changing fields (Board View)
The board view offers a convenient way to update task status by simply dragging and dropping "cards". Tasks are organized into columns based on their status, such as To-Do, In-Progress, Done, Cancelled, or On-Hold.
To change task status in the board view:
- 1Click and hold the mouse on the desired "card".
- 2Drag the card to the desired column representing the new status.
Changing fields (Feed)
Tasks are displayed on the channel's feed with additional information such as status, assignee, priority, and logged work. Unlike regular posts, tasks allow you to directly modify their fields within the post itself.
To change task fields in the feed:
- 1Click on the field you want to change, such as Assignee, Status, Priority, etc.
- 2In the opened menu, modify the value according to your needs.
Detailed view
The detailed view allows you to edit all task fields, including the title and description, providing a comprehensive editing experience.
To open the detailed view:
- 1List view: Click on the row of the task.
- 2Board view: Click on the card representing the task.
- 3Post: Click on the icon on the top right of the post, then select "Edit" from the menu that appears. .
Adding comments
When handling a task, it often involves discussions among multiple people. With Zira's focus on streamlined collaboration, every activity related to tasks will appear on the channel feed, enabling people to interact over tasks just like they do with posts.
Zira's task collaboration features include:
Comments and Reactions: Users can add comments and reactions to tasks, facilitating discussions and feedback among team members.
Automatic Task Updates: Whenever a task is edited, such as changing the assignee, status, or logging hours, comments will be automatically added to the task. This allows you to track the entire activity surrounding specific tasks.
Adding reactions
Reactions are a great way to engage team members around tasks and indicate your mood 😀 😣 or show that you're actively handling a task 👍.
By using reactions, you can easily convey your emotions or acknowledge the status of a task, fostering better communication and collaboration within your team.
To react to a task:
- 1From the feed, locate the task post.
- 2On the bottom right of the post, click the icon.
- 3In the opened menu, select the emoji that best represents your reaction.
