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How to create a rule

This how-to guide walks you through creating automation rules in Project A, covering everything from accessing project details to setting triggers and conditions for task…

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This how-to guide walks you through creating automation rules in Project A, covering everything from accessing project details to setting triggers and conditions for task management. By following the steps, you'll learn how to enhance collaboration and ensure timely notifications for team members.

Step-by-step Guide18 steps
  1. Click the Project A link

    Clicking the 'Project A' link will open the associated project details, allowing you to view tasks, updates, and collaborate with team members.

    Click the Project A link
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  2. Click the Customize button

    Selecting the Customize button allows you to modify the display settings and preferences for your current view of the Project A workspace.

    Click the Customize button
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  3. Click the Rules1 section

    This action opens the Rules1 settings, allowing you to configure the specific rules associated with this project.

    Click the Rules1 section
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  4. Click the Add button

    This action will add a new task to the project. You can then specify task details and assign collaborators as needed.

    Click the Add button
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  5. Click the Start from scratch button

    This action will allow you to create a new automation rule from the beginning without using any pre-defined templates.

    Click the Start from scratch button
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  6. Click the 'When...' field

    Clicking the 'When...' field allows you to define the trigger for your rule, setting the conditions under which the subsequent actions will be executed.

    Click the 'When...' field
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  7. Click the Due date is approaching option

    Select this option to set a trigger for when a task's due date is approaching, enabling timely notifications or actions based on this condition.

    Click the Due date is approaching option
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  8. Click the Due today option

    Selecting the 'Due today' option will set the rule to trigger when tasks are due on the current date, allowing for timely task management.

    Click the Due today option
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  9. Click the '1 day before' option

    This selects the '1 day before' trigger for the rule, indicating that the task will be flagged one day prior to the due date.

    Click the '1 day before' option
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  10. Click the Check if... option

    This action allows you to configure a condition for your automation rule based on the specified criteria. After clicking, you can select the desired condition to evaluate within your project.

    Click the Check if... option
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  11. Click the Task or all subtasks completion status option

    Selecting this option allows you to set conditions based on the completion status of tasks or their subtasks in your automation rule.

    Click the Task or all subtasks completion status option
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  12. Click the Complete option

    Clicking 'Complete' marks the task as finished within the current project rule. This action may trigger subsequent steps or updates in your workflow.

    Click the Complete option
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  13. Click the Incomplete option

    Selecting 'Incomplete' marks the task status, allowing for further tracking and management of tasks in your project.

    Click the Incomplete option
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  14. Click the Do this… option

    This option allows you to specify the action that should be taken when the task is marked as incomplete. Selecting this will lead you to further options for defining the next steps in your automation.

    Click the Do this… option
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  15. Click Change Priority to…

    Select this option to modify the priority level of the selected task, allowing for better task management and organization within the project.

    Click Change Priority to…
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  16. Click Set Priority to dropdown

    Clicking the 'Set Priority to' dropdown allows you to choose a priority level for the current rule. This selection will influence how the rule is processed within your project.

    Click Set Priority to dropdown
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  17. Click the High priority option

    Selecting the 'High' priority option will set the rule's priority to high, ensuring it is addressed first in the workflow.

    Click the High priority option
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  18. Click the Publish rule button

    Clicking this button will save and activate the rule you have set up, making it operational in your project. Ensure all conditions and actions are configured correctly before publishing.

    Click the Publish rule button
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