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| Enabled for | Public preview | General availability |
|---|---|---|
| Users, automatically | - | Mar 2026 |
Business value
Introducing outline numbers to tasks provides you with a clear and structured way to identify and distinguish tasks within a project. This enhancement eliminates the need for manual effort, such as switching to the task grid to determine task hierarchy or position, thereby saving time and reducing errors. By displaying outline numbers directly within the task view, you can quickly understand task context, dependencies, and sequencing.
Feature details
Currently, the assignment view under the Task tab does not display the outline number of tasks, making it difficult for you to easily identify and distinguish tasks within the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS). This limitation creates usability challenges, particularly in navigating complex projects.
With this enhancement, you can view the outline number directly alongside tasks in the assignment view. Tasks are sorted by outline number when grouped by tasks, ensuring better visibility and alignment with the WBS hierarchy. This improvement enhances usability, reduces friction in task identification, and provides a more intuitive and efficient experience for users managing assignments.
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