Modifying the task bar layout in Microsoft Project allows you to adjust the formatting of dates in the timescale, the sizing of bars and link lines, and the way in which splits appear. It can be helpful to adjust the layout and formatting to get a better view of all tasks in the timescale, to make tasks easier to read and to present tasks in a more appealing manner. This video teaches all of the different ways you can modify the task bar layout.
Adjusting how tasks are laid out in the timescale is helpful.…Particularly, when task link lines look like spaghetti.…Layout options also let you change the date format, the height of bars, and how splits appear.…To format the layout of the timescale in the Gantt Chart go to the Format tab,…and then click the Layout button.…The first thing you see in the Layout dialog box is three options for how link…lines appear. The default option is kind of like an upside down L and it's nice and clean.…
So you can still see the links, but there's just not too much going on.…The only problem is sometimes the vertical parts of the link lines overlap.…So another option if you want to get rid of the overlapping is to choose this S shape.…If I apply that you can see that the Taskbars then go from the ends of one bar…to the end of the other.…And they don't overlap as much.…Another option if you want to focus on the tasks and when they occur is to not…show the link lines at all.…
So in that case you would choose this no link line option, but usually you'll…
Author
Bonnie Biafore
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- Choosing the right Project edition
- Creating and saving projects
- Setting up calendars
- Creating individual and recurring tasks
- Linking and timing tasks
- Assigning tasks to resources
- Viewing your data differently with sorting, grouping, and filtering
- Fine-tuning the project schedule
- Understanding baseline, schedule, and actual values
- Reporting on the project status
- Sharing projects<br><br>
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Skill Level Beginner
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome57s
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1. Working with Project
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Using the Ribbon4m 19s
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Finding commands3m 49s
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2. Setting Up Project Files
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Setting up calendars2m 45s
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Setting basic options5m 27s
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3. Creating Tasks
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Creating a manual task2m 31s
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Creating a milestone task1m 25s
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Creating a recurring task4m 18s
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Creating a summary task4m 8s
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Displaying summary tasks2m 30s
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4. Linking and Timing Tasks
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Linking tasks5m 51s
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Adding lag or lead time2m 46s
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Viewing tasks and task links4m 57s
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5. Creating Resources
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Understanding resources2m 16s
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Creating a work resource8m 45s
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Creating a cost resource3m 21s
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6. Assigning Tasks to Resources
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Finding overallocations3m 56s
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7. Working with Views
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Choosing a view4m 50s
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Working with a table3m 1s
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Using the Timeline view5m 17s
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Sorting tasks and resources4m 27s
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Grouping tasks and resources4m 45s
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Modifying task bar layout2m 48s
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Modifying text formatting2m 52s
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8. Fine-Tuning the Project Schedule
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Reviewing the critical path3m 53s
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Splitting a task2m 7s
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Adjusting a work contour2m 53s
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Leveling resources4m 54s
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Inactivating a task2m 41s
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9. Tracking and Managing a Project
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Adding tasks to a baseline5m 54s
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Updating the schedule8m 45s
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Assigning overtime4m 35s
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Updating costs2m 15s
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Rescheduling unfinished work3m 45s
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10. Viewing and Reporting Project Information
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Using earned value5m 12s
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Printing views and reports4m 22s
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11. Sharing Projects
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Saving to other formats5m 27s
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Importing and exporting5m 47s
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Conclusion
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Next steps56s
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