Understand task statuses

Learn what each task status means and how status changes affect task follow-up.

Task status shows where a task is in its lifecycle.

It helps teams see what still needs attention.

Common task statuses

• Yet To Start — the task exists but no work has started.
• In Progress — someone is actively working on it.
• Completed — the task is finished.
• Expired — the due date passed before completion.
• Closed — the task is no longer active.
• Stopped — work on the task was ended before completion.

Change a task status

1

Open the task

Open the task you want to update.

2

Find the Status field

Open the task details.

Then locate Status.

3

Select the new status

Choose the status that matches the current situation.

4

Save

Save the task.

Important to know

Completed and closed tasks are usually no longer part of the active work list.

Expired tasks help you spot overdue follow-up.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Completed and Closed?

Completed means the work is finished.

Closed means the task is no longer active.

Can I reopen a completed task?

Yes.

Change the status again if your process allows it.

When does a task become expired?

When the due date passes before the task is completed.

Related topics

• Tasks
• Set task dates and deadlines
• Filter and search tasks