Find Tasks Faster Using Tags

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Working across multiple tasks and projects can make it challenging to focus on specific types of work, like design or research tasks, without scanning through the entire project board. This process can be time-consuming and may even lead to missed deadlines.

Tags provide a simple solution. By marking tasks with clear, customizable labels, you can quickly filter and highlight exactly what you need to focus on. With just a few clicks, tags help bring order to even the busiest boards.

So What Are Tags?

Preview of using tagsScreenshot illustrating how easily tags can be applied to tasks in Kerika for better organization. The image shows a task card ('Design User Interface') where clicking the '3 TAGS' button opens the 'SET TAGS' pop-up. This pop-up displays a list of customizable tags (like 'analysis', 'collaboration', 'planning') with checkboxes, allowing users to visually categorize work effortlessly. This feature enhances workflow flexibility by letting teams tailor organization methods to their specific needs, improving clarity and collaboration. Review this board

Tags act as visual markers that can be added to tasks. They let you categorize work based on topics, teams, priorities, or anything that suits your workflow. And the best part? They’re completely customizable.

How to Create and Apply Tags

Screenshot demonstrating the straightforward process of creating and managing tags in Kerika's board settings. Accessed via the gear icon, the 'TAGS' tab provides a central location to 'ADD NEW TAG', edit existing ones, and see how many tasks use each tag. This highlights Kerika's ease of use and customization capabilities, empowering teams to define their own organizational system for any project, ensuring the tool perfectly adapts to their unique workflow. Review this board

Creating tags is straightforward:

  • Go to Board Settings: Navigate to the settings icon in the top-right corner of your board.
  • Select the Tags Tab: Here, you can create, edit, or remove tags.
  • Add a New Tag: Assign a name and color for easy identification.

Once your tags are ready, applying them is just as simple:

  • Open a Task Card: Click on the task where you want to add a tag.
  • Choose Tags: In the card’s details, select or apply existing tags to categorize the task.

Using Tags For Filtering and Highlighting

Screenshot showcasing how Kerika tags dramatically improve focus through the 'Highlight Tasks' feature. The image shows selecting the 'admin' tag within the 'Custom highlight' options, instantly filtering the board view. This demonstrates how easily users can cut through clutter and zoom in on specific categories of work, saving time and boosting productivity. Combining tags with other filters offers powerful workflow flexibility for targeted task management. Review this board

Tags are not just for looks – they’re your secret weapon for filtering tasks:

  • Use the Highlight Option: In the board menu, click on “Highlight Tasks on This Board.”
  • Select a Tag: Choose the tag you want to focus on. Instantly, only the tasks with that tag are highlighted, cutting through the noise.
  • Combine with Other Filters: Add due dates, priorities, or statuses to refine your search even further.

Why You’ll Love Using Tags

  • Streamlined Focus: Whether it’s a tag for “Urgent,” “Research,” or “Collaboration,” tags make it easy to zoom in on specific tasks.
  • Customizable Organization: No two projects are alike, so why should your tags be? Tailor them to suit your workflow.
  • Time-Saving Navigation: With tags and highlights, you’ll never waste time hunting for a task again.

Wrap-Up

Tags are more than just labels: They’re a practical tool for boosting productivity and maintaining clarity. By creating, applying, and filtering tasks with tags, you can streamline your workflow and stay organized, no matter the complexity of your project.