Change Project Start Date In Excel Gantt Chart
Excel is a powerful tool for creating Gantt charts that help project managers to visualize project schedules. However, sometimes projects have to be rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances, and the start date of a project may need to be changed. This article will explain how to change the project start date in Excel Gantt chart.
Step 1: Open the Gantt Chart in Excel
To change the project start date, you must first open the Gantt chart in Excel. Click on the worksheet that contains the Gantt chart and make sure it is active. You should see the Gantt chart displayed on the worksheet.
Step 2: Select the Start Date Column
Next, select the column in the Gantt chart that contains the start date for each task. This is usually the second or third column in the chart. Click on the column header to select it. The column header will be highlighted.
Step 3: Change the Start Date
Once you have selected the start date column, you can change the start date for each task. Click on the cell that contains the start date for the first task and type in the new start date. Press Enter to apply the change. Repeat this process for each task that needs to have its start date changed.
Step 4: Update the Gantt Chart
After you have changed the start dates for each task, you will need to update the Gantt chart to reflect the changes. Click on the chart to select it. Then, click on the Design tab in the Ribbon. On the far right of the Ribbon, click on the Refresh Data button. The Gantt chart will update to reflect the new start dates.
Step 5: Save the Gantt Chart
Finally, save the Gantt chart with the new start dates. Click on the File tab in the Ribbon and select Save As. Choose a location to save the Gantt chart and give it a new name if you wish. Click Save to save the changes.
Conclusion
Changing the start date of a project in Excel Gantt chart is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily update your Gantt chart to reflect any changes in the project schedule.