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Microsoft Project Display Task Name On Gantt Chart

If you’re managing a project using Microsoft Project, you know that the Gantt chart is a key feature. It allows you to see the timeline of the project and the tasks that need to be completed. However, sometimes it can be difficult to keep track of which tasks are which on the chart. That’s why it’s important to learn how to display task names on the Gantt chart.

Step 1: Choose the Right View

The first step in displaying task names on the Gantt chart is to make sure you’re in the right view. Go to the “View” tab and select “Gantt Chart.” This will bring up the Gantt chart view.

Microsoft Project Gantt Chart View

Step 2: Customize the Gantt Chart

Once you’re in the Gantt chart view, you’ll want to customize it to show task names. You can do this by going to the “Format” tab and selecting “Bar Styles.”

Microsoft Project Bar Styles

Step 3: Add Task Names to the Gantt Chart

Once you’re in the “Bar Styles” menu, you can add task names to the Gantt chart. To do this, select “Task Name” from the list of options and click “OK.” This will add task names to the Gantt chart.

Microsoft Project Add Task Names

Step 4: Adjust the Text

After adding task names, you may want to adjust the text so it’s easier to read. You can do this by going to the “Format” tab and selecting “Text Styles.” From here, you can adjust the font, size, and color of the text.

Microsoft Project Text Styles

Step 5: Save Your Changes

Once you’ve made all the changes you want to the Gantt chart, don’t forget to save your changes. You can do this by going to the “File” tab and selecting “Save.”

Conclusion

Displaying task names on the Gantt chart is an important part of managing a project in Microsoft Project. By following these steps, you can make sure you always know which task is which on the chart. Remember to customize the chart to your liking and save your changes so you can refer back to them later.

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