How to Create a Kanban Board in Hypertasks

Creating a new Kanban board in Hypertasks is quick and easy. Follow these simple steps to set up your board and start managing your tasks efficiently.

Steps to Create a Kanban Board

1. Open the Hypertasks Command Center (HTC)

   • Press Ctrl + K (Windows) or Cmd + K (Mac) to open the HTC

2. Create a New Board

   • Type "create board" in the HTC

   • Select the "Create new board" option

3. Name Your Board

   • Enter a name for your new board

   • Press Enter to confirm

4. Set Up Columns

   • Your new board will have default columns (e.g., To Do, In Progress, Done)

   • To add a new column:

     1. Open the HTC (Ctrl + K / Cmd + K)

     2. Type "Add column" or search for "column"

     3. Enter the column name

     4. The new column will be added to the end of your board

   • To manage columns (rename, delete, or reorder), see our article on "Managing Columns in Hypertasks"

5. Add Tasks

   • Press C to add a new task at the top of a column

   • Press Shift + C to add a task at the bottom of a column

6. Customize Your Board

   • Use Shift + S to sort tasks

   • Press Shift + F to access filtering options

Keyboard Shortcuts for Board Management

• Ctrl + B: Switch between boards

• Alt + 1-9: Quickly switch to favorited boards

Tips for Effective Board Creation

• Keep your board focused on a specific project or workflow

• Use clear, descriptive names for your columns

• Start with essential columns and add more as needed

Remember, you can always access the full list of keyboard shortcuts by pressing ? while on your board.

For more detailed information on using Hypertasks, check out these resources:

• Hypertasks Keyboard Shortcuts

• How to Filter Tasks in Hypertasks

• How to Sort Tasks in Hypertasks

• Navigate Kanban Boards at Warp Speed: Keyboard Shortcut Guide

Visit our Help Center for more guides and tips on using Hypertasks effectively.