How to adjust the Date Dependency:
If you use the Task Dependency feature, this article explains the latest improvements made to it.
When you change a task’s date, you can choose how dependent tasks should react. There are four options, each designed for a different project scenario.
NOTE: Only Project Admins can configure this setting.
1 - Click on the "gear" icon below the "star" icon on a project to open the "Project Settings" page. If you are inside a project, look for the "Settings" tab.
2 - Scroll down to the Date Dependency Adjustment section. In here, you will be able to select whichever setup you see fit.
(I) - All Previous & Next Task
Best for: Planning a project in advance
How it works:
Changing a task’s start or due date automatically adjusts all its dependent tasks (both previous and next while) keeping:
Each task’s duration the same.
All original gaps (lag time) between tasks unchanged.
This ensures the entire chain of tasks shifts consistently.
Current:
→ Adding Dependency with "All previous task & next task" as the Date Adjustment:
→ Result:
(II) - Next Tasks: keep lag time
Best for: Ongoing projects with fixed lag days (e.g., delivery cycles)
How it works:
When you adjust a task’s due date, only the next tasks move, and their original gap (lag time) is strictly preserved.
The gap stays the same
Durations may change if needed
Previous tasks are not affected
This maintains predictable intervals between tasks.
Current:
→ Adding Dependency with "Next Tasks: keep lag time" as the Date Adjustment:
→ Result:
(III) - Next Tasks: optimize dates
Best for: Ongoing projects where preventing delays is crucial
How it works:
Adjusting a task’s due date causes the next tasks to shift earlier if possible.
Gaps between tasks may shrink
Helps prevent the overall project timeline from slipping
Previous tasks remain unchanged
Ideal when you want the project to stay on track, even if intervals become tighter.
Current:
→ Adding Dependency with "Next Tasks: optimize dates" as the Date Adjustment:
→ Result:
(IV) - No date adjustment
Best for: Flexible projects or when dependencies are used only as blockers
How it works:
Changing a task’s dates does not affect any dependent tasks.
Next and previous tasks remain untouched
You control all shifts manually
Useful when dates are not strict or when you only want dependencies for sequence, not scheduling.
Current:
→ Adding Dependency with "No date adjustment" as the Date Adjustment:
→ Result:
Task Dependency Improvement on Timeline / Gantt Chart:
When starting a new project, it’s common to ask questions such as:
What tasks need to be completed?
Who is responsible?
How long will each task take?
How can we track progress effectively?
The updated Project Timeline now includes a Gantt Chart that displays all task dependencies across tasklists and team members. This provides a clear, visual overview of your entire project from start to finish, making planning and monitoring much easier.