Timeline overview
The Timeline feature allows users to create a visual representation of the task schedule for a project. This feature helps project managers and team members to track project progress, identify potential roadblocks and dependencies, and adjust the project plan accordingly.
The timeline displays tasks with work item hierarchy in Jira, start and end dates, duration, and other relevant information. It provides a clear overview of the project schedule, making it easier to understand and communicate project status to stakeholders.
The Timeline Board consists of three main sections:
Timeline toolbar
Work item table
Timeline view
Timeline toolbar
Number | Feature | Description |
|---|---|---|
1 | Search and filter work items | Search for work items using the summary or work item key to quickly locate specific tasks. |
2 | Save your customized views in the Timeline, allowing you to retain preferred layouts and settings for future use. | |
3 | Hierarchy | When enabled, the work item hierarchy follows Jira’s standard work item structure (Epic → Work item → Sub-task). When disabled, all work items are displayed in a flat structure. |
4 | Group work items by categories like status, assignee, or priority, etc., to gain a clearer overview of your project. | |
5 | Apply filters to view specific work items based on JQL settings. | |
6 | Import tasks from supported formats, including | |
7 | Export task data to a spreadsheet file for easy sharing, backup, or reporting outside the platform. | |
8 | Customize the look of the Timeline and add extra details to your timeline view |
Work item table
Overview
The work item table is an Excel-like interface on the left side of the Timeline view that displays project tasks in a structured, spreadsheet-style format. It helps organize and track key details such as task names, deadlines, assignees, and status. Users can easily edit task information inline, customize columns, and sort or filter data, providing a simple and familiar way to manage project tasks.
In the Timeline table, tasks follow the same hierarchy as in Jira, reflecting the original issue structure without modifications.
Working on the table
Display hierarchy
The table displays work items in a structured hierarchy that follows your Jira project setup.
(Initiatives → Epic → Work item → Sub-task)
Edit fields inline
You can directly edit task details within the table, such as status, assignee, due date, start date, etc.
Add or remove columns
Tailor the table to your needs by adding or removing columns.
Pin or unpin columns
Pin important columns to the left to ensure they remain visible while you scroll through the table.
Expand to full table view
Click on the expand icon (>>) to open the full work items table, providing a detailed, Excel-like view of your project’s tasks.
Resize and arrange the columns
To resize columns, click and drag the left or right border of a column.
To rearrange columns, hover over the column, then click and drag it to a new position.
Sort by
Sort your task list in ascending (A-Z) or descending (Z-A) order based on the fields displayed as columns in the current view.
Timeline view
Overview
The Timeline view shows your project’s tasks along a timeline. Each task is represented as a horizontal bar (task bar) that spans from its start date to its end date. This helps you see the duration of each task and how they are scheduled throughout the project.
Working on the timeline
The Timeline in ProScheduler allows you to efficiently schedule tasks, manage dependencies, and track milestones. Below are the key actions you can perform within the Timeline:
Planning tasks directly on the Timeline View
Click on a timeline cell or drag across multiple cells directly on the timeline to rapidly plan and adjust tasks.
Planning tasks via Planning Dialog
Open the Planning dialog to focus on planning individual tasks with more detailed control.
Scheduling tasks
Quickly adjust task dates by dragging and dropping on the Timeline
Adjusting task duration
Easily modify the start and end dates of tasks to fit your project timeline.
Creating dependencies
Link tasks to establish relationships and ensure proper sequencing.
Converting a task to a milestone
Mark key points in your project by converting tasks to milestones, shown as a 🔷 diamond on the timeline.
Show all plans
Users can expand a task bar on the Timeline to view its sub-plans and multiple assignees, instead of only showing the main task bar.
