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# Understand task priority

Task priority helps you decide which work needs attention first.

It gives planners and employees a quick signal in the task list.

### Available priority levels

* **Low** — work that can wait.
* **Normal** — standard priority.
* **High** — work that needs faster attention.

### Set task priority

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

### Open the task

Create a new task or edit an existing one.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Find Priority

Locate the **Priority** field.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Choose the level

Select **Low**, **Normal**, or **High**.
{% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Save

Save the task.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}

### Why priority helps

* it improves sorting
* it supports daily planning
* it highlights urgent follow-up

### Frequently asked questions

<details>

<summary>What is the default priority?</summary>

In many setups, this is **Normal**.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Can I sort tasks by priority?</summary>

Yes.

Use the task overview and filters that are available in your environment.

</details>

<details>

<summary>Does priority change notifications automatically?</summary>

Not by itself.

You can use priority inside automations if your setup supports that.

</details>

### Related topics

* [**Tasks**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/tasks.md)
* [**Understand task statuses**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/tasks/understand-task-statuses.md)
* [**Use tasks in automations**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/tasks/use-tasks-in-automations.md)


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